Flight Paramedic Jobs

About The Position

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.
• National certification may be required to meet state licensure requirements.
• FP-C or CCP-C specialty certification required within two years of hire.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR, ACLS, and PALS or equivalent certifications; AHA courses are required if mandated by the state or county.
• Advanced provider ITLS or PHTLS certification if required by the state or county.
• One 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 IS 100, 200, 700, and 800 training and HazMat upon hire.
• Maintain a weight not exceeding 225 pounds, including an empty flight suit and boots, as a clinical flight crew member.
• Skills required to practice as a paramedic within the assigned state scope of practice and advanced practice skills as defined by 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.
• Regular scheduled attendance.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-hospital advanced life support from initial patient 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 through ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences, and communicate educational needs to the Medical Base Supervisor and Medical Education Coordinator.
• Maintain documentation 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 how to use and routinely maintain medical equipment and supplies; report equipment failures and take initial steps to arrange repairs as directed.
• Maintain adequate onboard 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, complete required documentation, assist with pre-mission liftoff checklists, and assist the pilot with radio, navigation, or visual observation activities as requested.
• Comply with safety standards to protect crew, patients, and equipment, 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, research, and 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.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Competitive 401(k) retirement plan.
• Flexible spending account benefit plans.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Full company-paid life insurance.
• AD&D insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Business travel accident insurance.
• Voluntary legal benefits.
• Relocation assistance.
• Employee assistance and benefit concierge service programs.
• $8,000 annual location stipend.