Flight Paramedic

Air Methods•Visalia, CA

21d•$28 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The Flight Paramedic provides pre-hospital advanced life support during helicopter transports, from initial patient contact through transfer to the receiving medical facility. The role includes assessment, triage, treatment, thorough patient care documentation, and practice within the applicable state scope and Air Methods Community Based Services (CBS) standards and medical direction. Safety is the highest priority throughout the transport continuum. The position maintains clinical competency and required licensing, certifications, continuing education, training, and clinical documentation. The Flight Paramedic maintains onboard medical equipment and supplies, reports equipment failures, and helps keep the aircraft clean and orderly. As a member of the medical flight crew, the paramedic attends mission briefings and debriefings, assists with pre-mission checks and other flight duties as requested, and conducts aircraft safety briefings as needed. The position may also provide flight resources for neonatal and pediatric specialty transports, participate in patient follow-up and outreach, and serve as an educator and clinical resource. The job is based in Visalia, California. It requires at least three years of recent experience in a busy 911 system, the ability to work a flexible schedule including overtime and a 24/7 on-call rotation, and compliance with a flight-crew weight limit of 225 pounds including flight suit and boots. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. Listed pay is $28.10–$34.34 per hour, and the role includes a comprehensive benefits package.

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 or states served.
Specialty certification (FP-C or CCP-C) required within two years of hire.
Current Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS or equivalent, and advanced provider ITLS or PHTLS certifications when required by the state or county.
One accepted advanced trauma course (TNCC, ATLS/ATCN, TNATC, or a CAMTS-approved advanced trauma course) before completing third-rider orientation; an advanced skills lab must accompany the course.
NRP certification before completing third-rider orientation.
NIMS Training IS 100, 200, 700, and 800, and HazMat upon hire.
Maintain a weight not exceeding 225 pounds, including empty flight suit and boots.
Skills required to practice as a paramedic under the assigned state scope of practice and advanced practice skills defined by the Medical Director(s) and Medical Standards.
Maintain positive working relationships and collaboration with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, and the public.
Demonstrate critical thinking, reasoning, attention to detail, prioritization, and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and a 24/7 on-call rotation.
Be 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.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field.
Previous critical care transport and flight experience.

Responsibilities

Provide pre-hospital advanced life support from initial contact through transfer to the accepting medical facility, and maintain thorough patient care documentation.
Practice within the scope established by state regulations and Air Methods CBS; maintain clinical knowledge and psychomotor skills, and communicate educational needs to the Medical Base Supervisor and Medical Education Coordinator.
Maintain records of required 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 and perform routine maintenance of Air Methods CBS equipment and supplies; report medical equipment failures and take initial steps to ensure repairs as directed.
Maintain adequate onboard supplies and keep the aircraft clean and orderly for transport requests.
Participate in patient follow-up, referring-institution communication, and planned outreach, marketing, and education activities.
Attend pre-mission briefings and mission debriefings, complete required documentation, assist with the pre-mission liftoff checklist, and assist the pilot with radio, navigation, and visual observation activities as requested.
Comply with safety standards and conduct aircraft safety briefings as needed.
Serve as a flight resource to neonatal and pediatric personnel during specialty transports and perform advanced skills and procedures approved by Air Methods CBS Medical Director(s).
Serve as a role model, educator, and clinical resource; participate in departmental activities, projects, committees, and research or publishing opportunities.
Maintain awareness of current pre-hospital care issues through professional activities, including national and state legislative involvement.
Maintain regular scheduled attendance and perform other duties as assigned.