Flight Paramedic
$49,920–$72,800 year
On-siteDes Moines, Iowa, United States
EXPIREDDes Moines, Iowa, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$49,920–$72,800 yearLicense Or CertificationEnterprise
Full TimeLicense Or CertificationEnterprise
Job Summary
Collect patient health data from charts and providers, analyze it to determine diagnoses, and develop individualized care plans prescribing interventions during transport. Implement these interventions, evaluate patient progress, and call the medical director for orders or utilize existing protocols. Collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare teams to deliver appropriate care while maintaining physical health standards under a weight limit of 240 pounds. Work rotating 12-hour shifts across Sioux Falls, Aberdeen, and Pierre bases with schedules released six weeks in advance.
Required Qualifications
- Certified Flight Paramedic (FP-C) - International Board of Speciality Certification (IBSC) within 2 Years
- EMT - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire
- EMT - South Dakota Board of Medical & Osteopathic Examiners (SDBMOE) Upon Hire
- EMT - North Dakota Health and Human Services within 90 Days
- Drivers License - Licensing Board Upon Hire
- 3 years of field experience in ALS ambulance, previous teaching experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proficiency in all EMS skills
- familiar with various EMS training techniques
- visual acuity adequate to perform position duties
- the ability to communicate effectively with others
- hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds
- Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community
- Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship
- Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity
- Maintain confidentiality
- Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment
- Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable
- All Careflight personnel are responsible for maintaining physical health and proper weight, not to exceed 240 pounds
- The individual must be able to work the hours specified
- Rotate every other weekend/holiday
- 12 hour shifts: 7:00am-7:30pm and 7:00pm-7:30am
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's
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