Flight Paramedic
$58,448–$58,448 year
On-siteTiconderoga, New York, United States
Job Summary
Provide high-quality pre-hospital advanced life support from initial contact to facility handoff, including assessment, triage, and treatment per Air Methods CBS Medical Director guidelines. Maintain thorough patient documentation, conduct aircraft safety briefings, and assist with pre-mission checklists and liftoff procedures. Manage onboard equipment maintenance, supply levels, and aircraft cleanliness to ensure rapid response. Participate in patient follow-up, outreach activities, and departmental committees while serving as a clinical resource for neonatal and pediatric transports. Maintain licensure, certifications, and ongoing education requirements including six annual educational programs. Work flexible schedules with 24/7 on-call rotation and 5% travel time.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- At least three years' related experience and/or training
- Minimum three (3) years' recent experience in a busy 911 system
- Registered EMT-P licensed in state(s) served
- National Certification
- Specialty certification: (FP-C or CCP-C)
- Current certifications in Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR; ACLS; PALS or equivalent (AHA courses if state or county required) and advanced provider ITLS or PHTLS (if state or country required)
- Advance trauma course: one (1) of the following is acceptable: TNCC, ATLS/ATCN, TNATC or CAMTS-approved advanced trauma course
- NRP certification
- NIMS Training IS 100, 200, 700, 800 and HazMat
- Weight not to exceed 225 pounds including empty flight suit and boots
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotation
- Regular scheduled attendance
- Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling: 5%
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in health-related field preferred
- Previous critical care transport and flight experience a plus
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