Flight Paramedic
$53,123–$53,123 year
On-siteFarmington, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Provide high-quality pre-hospital advanced life support from initial contact through transfer to accepting facilities, including assessment, triage, and treatment per Air Methods CBS Medical Director guidelines. Maintain thorough patient care documentation, attend minimum six educational programs annually, and ensure aircraft cleanliness and adequate supply levels for rapid response. Conduct pre-mission briefings, assist pilot with liftoff checklists and navigation, and serve as a clinical resource for neonatal and pediatric transports. Perform advanced skills and procedures as approved, while complying with safety standards for self, patient, and equipment. Maintain licensure, certifications, and training records including OSHA, HIPAA, and aviation safety protocols.
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 prior to completion of third-rider orientation
- NRP certification prior to completion of third-rider orientation
- NIMS Training IS 100, 200, 700, 800 and HazMat upon hire
- Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public while executing strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of collaboration at all levels
- Demonstrates high critical thinking and reasoning skills and strong attention to detail while working in a fast paced environment that requires ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotation
- Dependable and self-motivated while working in a frequently changing environment
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
- Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Maintains a weight not to exceed 225 pounds including empty flight suit and boots
- 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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