Flight Paramedic
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction and supervision of the Base Medical Supervisor, this position is responsible for providing safe, comprehensive care to critically ill and/or injured patients of all ages. Care is provided in the pre-hospital setting and during inter-facility transports by understanding and applying the specialized principles and techniques of flight paramedic practice, emergency, procedures and diagnostics.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
Preferred:
Associate's degree or equivalent (paramedicine)
Major
Preferred:
Health Science
Experience
Required:
minimum of 3 years current field experience in a busy 911/pre-hospital service.
Preferred:
five years of field experience in a busy 911/pre-hospital service. Flight or transport experience preferred.
Skills
Required:
basic computer skills for e-mail, electronic charting, etc. Effective human relations skills required for interfacing with all levels of personnel and external customers.
Licensure/Certifications
Required:
Active paramedic certification issued by the State of Texas and in good standing with the issuing authority. Current BLS, ACLS, PALS/PPEP and PHTLS/ITLS.
Preferred:
NRP. Instructor certifications. FP-C within 24 months of hire.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
ESSENTIAL
Performs a wide range of specialized functions and complex assessments, diagnoses, therapies and emergency treatment of patients transported by rotor-wing and/or fixed wing and/or ground.
Documents appropriate and accurate information for assessment and treatment during stabilization and transport.
Documents accurate and complete billing information of patient transporters.
Maintains and facilitates effective and timely communication between management, internal and external customers.
Participates in activities to support PR and marketing efforts.
Maintains knowledge base for flight paramedic role by attending mandatory meetings, chart reviews, equipment reviews, skill labs, clinical rotations, and continuing education sessions related to the care and transport of critically ill and/or injured patients.
OTHER
Performs other duties as assigned to meet the organization s needs.
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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