What are the responsibilities and job description for the Flight Paramedic position at Guardian Flight?
FLIGHT PARAMEDIC INCENTIVES
- $86,000-$89,000 annually (starting range)
- $10,000 sign-on bonus (payable in two installments)
- 5 days on/10 days off rotation schedule
- Company-paid crew housing while on shift
We're hiring flight paramedics to provide direct patient care according to GMR protocols and medical direction. They also assist with coverage of open shifts as needed.
Essential Functions/Duties:
- Complete electronic patient care records within the specified time frame and perform daily base checks, including narcotic counts.
- Provide pre-hospital and intra-hospital advanced life support care from initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility, maintaining thorough documentation.
- Maintain competency in knowledge and psychomotor skills by participating in ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences.
- Document required licensure, certifications, continuing education, safety, and advanced procedures in the Employee Education Manual.
- Be knowledgeable about using and maintaining all equipment and supplies used by emergency programs.
- Maintain positive relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, and the public.
- Function as a medical flight member.
- Attend pre-mission briefings and mission debriefing, completing necessary documentation.
- Assist with pre-mission liftoff checklists and pilot assistance when needed, performing radio, navigational, and visual observation activities.
- Comply with safety standards to ensure safety of self, medical personnel, patient, and equipment prior to liftoff.
- Conduct aircraft safety briefings as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Experience:
- Minimum 3 years' experience in an ALS or critical care setting required.
- Flight experience preferred.
Education:
- Current EMT-P license/certification in states served by the assigned area required.
- AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP certification required prior to flight status; trauma certification within 6 months of hire.
- Advanced Certification (FP-C) preferred, required within 12 months from date of hire.
- Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS preferred.
- NREMT-P certification may be required in assigned area.
Physical Demands:
- Must be willing to shave facial hair (if needed) to fit a N95 mask.
- Must possess gross and fine motor skills necessary for safe and effective patient care.
- Lift and/or move up to 150 pounds cumulative with assistance.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distant vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Must be able to work a flexible work schedule.
Why Choose Guardian Flight?
As a leader in helicopter air ambulance services, Guardian Flight is part of Global Medical Response's family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in emergency and patient relocation services.
Salary : $86,000 - $89,000
