Flight Paramedic

Air Methods•North Platte, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Flight Paramedic provides high-quality pre-hospital advanced life support, including patient assessment, triage, and treatment, in accordance with state regulations and standards established by Air Methods Community Based Services (CBS) Medical Director(s). The role supports Air Methods CBS’s mission and goals, with safety as the highest priority throughout the transport continuum. Flight Paramedics provide care from initial contact through transfer to the accepting medical facility and maintain thorough patient-care documentation. The position serves as a medical flight crew member and clinical resource. Duties include maintaining clinical competency and required certifications and training; ensuring medical equipment and aircraft supplies are ready for use; participating in mission briefings and debriefings; and supporting aircraft safety and pre-mission procedures. The Flight Paramedic may also support neonatal and pediatric personnel during specialty transports, participate in education and outreach, and contribute to departmental activities, projects, committees, research, and publishing opportunities. The role is based in North Platte, Nebraska, and includes an $8,000 annual location stipend. It requires a flexible schedule, overtime, and participation in a 24/7 on-call rotation. Travel is approximately 5%. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. Clinical flight crew members must weigh no more than 225 pounds, including an empty flight suit and boots.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least three years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least three years of recent experience in a busy 911 system.
Registered EMT-P licensed in the state(s) served.
Maintain weight at or below 225 pounds, including an empty flight suit and boots.
Demonstrated paramedic skills within the assigned state scope of practice, with advanced practice skills as defined by Medical Director(s) and Medical Standards.
Maintain positive working relationships and collaborate with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, and the public.
Strong critical-thinking, reasoning, attention-to-detail, prioritization, and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and a 24/7 on-call rotation.
Dependable and self-motivated in a frequently changing environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Current Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS or equivalent, and advanced provider ITLS or PHTLS certifications when required by the state or county.
One approved advanced trauma course (TNCC, ATLS/ATCN, TNATC, or CAMTS-approved course) before completion of third-rider orientation; an advanced skills lab must accompany the course.
NRP certification before completion of third-rider orientation.
NIMS training IS 100, 200, 700, and 800, and HazMat training upon hire.
Regular scheduled attendance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field preferred.
Previous critical care transport and flight experience is a plus.
National certification may be required to meet state licensure requirements.

Responsibilities

Provide pre-hospital advanced life support from initial contact through patient transfer, including assessment, triage, treatment, and thorough documentation.
Practice within the scope established by state regulations and Air Methods CBS; maintain clinical competency through ongoing laboratory and clinical experience.
Communicate educational needs to the Medical Base Supervisor and Medical Education Coordinator.
Maintain documentation of licensure, certifications, continuing education, aviation and safety training, OSHA and HIPAA training, clinical rotations, and advanced procedures; attend at least six relevant educational programs annually.
Know how to use and routinely maintain Air Methods CBS equipment and supplies; report medical equipment failures and take initial steps toward repair as directed.
Maintain adequate onboard medical supplies and keep the aircraft clean and orderly for transport requests.
Participate in patient follow-up, communication with referring institutions, and planned outreach, marketing, and education activities.
Attend pre-mission briefings and mission debriefings and complete required documentation.
Assist with the pre-mission liftoff checklist and assist the pilot with radio, navigational, or visual observation activities as requested.
Follow safety standards and conduct aircraft safety briefings as needed to protect the crew, patient, and equipment.
Serve as a flight resource to neonatal and pediatric personnel during specialty helicopter transports and perform advanced skills and procedures approved by the Medical Director(s).
Serve as a role model, educator, and clinical resource; participate in departmental activities, projects, committees, research, and publishing opportunities.
Stay informed about current pre-hospital care issues through professional activities, including national and state legislative involvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular scheduled attendance.