Flight Paramedic

Overview

Life Flight Network is one of the most prominent not-for-profit air ambulance organizations. As the industry s trailblazers, we constantly raise the bar for safety, excellence, social justice, and innovation in the skies and on the ground. The Flight Paramedic is responsible for working with the Flight Nurse in the delivery of advanced critical care to patients of Life Flight Network.

The Flight Paramedic renders patient care in accordance to the guidelines and protocols of Life Flight Network.

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• Minimum five years’ experience as a Paramedic, preferably in a large metropolitan area. Current licensure and/or certification as listed below
• Paramedic certification as appropriate to assigned location
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Drivers must have a current, valid Oregon, Idaho, Washington or Montana driver’s license and at least three years of driving experience
• FP-C exam must be taken within one year of hire, certification obtained within two years of hire
• Completion of Department of Transportation Air Medical Curriculum within six months of hire date
• Complies with weight restrictions (maximum 250 pounds fully outfitted to perform the job)
• Passport and/or Entry into Canada may be required based on location assignment
• Strong leadership skills and ability to communicate and work with a variety of people one-on-one and in large groups, often in highly stressful situations
• Ability to work varied shifts and cover fixed wing call shifts

• Clinical Quality:
  Works with the Flight Nurse in the delivery of age appropriate (Pediatric, Adult, Geriatric) patient care. Performs procedures as necessary: oral intubation, administration of paralytic drugs, needle thoracostomy, intravenous and intraosseous access. Documents patient care per Life Flight Network standards. Assists with follow-up to referring hospitals or agencies. Assists with equipment retrieval, restocking, and placing aircraft back in service. May compile statistical data or work on related projects as assigned by the Director of Clinical Operations.
• Safety:
  Helps ensure the safe operation of the aircraft for patient, crew members and personnel on scene. Enforces safety policies and assists pilot in navigation, take-off, landing and in-flight procedures.
• Business Development:
  Participates in the development of LFN business and operations plans to meet medical transport service and financial performance goals. Encourages favorable public opinion of LFN and provides flight education to the public as requested.

• LFN offers competitive compensation above industry standard
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life/AD&D (Company pays for employee 100%)
• Short & long term disability (Company pays for employee 100%)
• 401k – with 100% vested employer contribution
• Multilingual Stipend
• Tenure bonuses
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental time off
• Bereavement leave (including pets)
• Tuition/Training reimbursement
• Paid volunteer time
• Employee Recognition Awards
• A generous paid time off plan starting at almost 4 weeks a year for full time employees
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Life Flight Network Membership
• Dog friendly work environment

All candidates are subject to drug screening and background investigation. Life Flight Network is an equal opportunity employer.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider

• Hospitals and Health Care