Float Flight Paramedic

Life Flight Network•Kailua, HI

6h•$128,088 - $148,855

About The Position

The Flight Paramedic works with the Flight Nurse to deliver advanced critical care to Life Flight Network patients, following the organization’s guidelines and protocols. The role includes providing age-appropriate care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients; supporting clinical documentation and follow-up; maintaining and restocking equipment; and contributing to day-to-day operations. The position also supports safe aircraft operations, public education, and business development. Relocation assistance of up to $10,000 is offered.

Requirements

At least five years of experience as a paramedic; experience in a large metropolitan area is preferred.
Paramedic certification appropriate to the assigned location.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
Current Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification.
Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
Current, valid Oregon, Idaho, Washington, or Montana driver’s license and at least three years of driving experience.
Take the FP-C exam within one year of hire and obtain certification within two years of hire.
Complete the Department of Transportation Air Medical Curriculum within six months of hire.
Comply with the maximum weight restriction of 250 pounds fully outfitted to perform the job.
Passport and/or entry into Canada may be required based on location assignment.
Strong leadership skills and ability to communicate and work with a variety of people one-on-one and in large groups, often in highly stressful situations.
Ability to work varied shifts and cover fixed-wing call shifts.
Candidates are subject to drug screening and background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Paramedic experience in a large metropolitan area.

Responsibilities

Work with the Flight Nurse to deliver age-appropriate patient care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
Perform procedures as necessary, including oral intubation, administration of paralytic drugs, needle thoracostomy, and intravenous and intraosseous access.
Assist with accurate and complete patient care documentation and written or verbal patient follow-up to referring hospitals or agencies.
Assist with retrieval and return of equipment to appropriate agencies.
Clean and restock equipment promptly with the Flight Nurse to return aircraft to service.
Complete inventories and monthly checks, order supplies, and maintain equipment in working order with the Flight Nurse.
Work with the Flight Nurse in the day-to-day operations of Life Flight Network.
Compile statistical data or work on related projects as assigned by the Director of Clinical Operations.
Help ensure safe aircraft operation for patients, crew members, and personnel at the scene.
Enforce Life Flight Network safety policies and assist the pilot with navigation, takeoff, landing, and in-flight procedures.
Participate in developing business and operations plans to meet medical transport service and financial performance goals.
Encourage favorable public opinion of Life Flight Network through contact with patients, community agencies, and hospitals.
Provide flight education to the public as requested.
Work varied shifts and cover fixed-wing call shifts.