Flight Paramedic - Air Methods LLC

Overview:

Location Stipend $6,250/yr

Join us in the enchanting town of Taos, New Mexico, for an exhilarating career as a Flight Paramedic with Air Methods.

 

Nestled amidst the majestic landscapes of northern New Mexico, Taos offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural richness. As a pivotal member of our team, you'll play a crucial role in providing life-saving medical transport to the community.

 

With a minimum of 36 months of experience in a busy 911 transport or flight setting within the last 5 years, your expertise will be invaluable.

Operating on a schedule of 24-hour shifts, you'll deliver top-notch critical care, adhering to the highest standards set by Air Methods Community Base Services (CBS) Medical Director(s).

 

Your responsibilities will encompass assessment, triage, and treatment, ensuring the safe transport of critical patients to the appropriate medical facility. From the unique vantage point of a helicopter, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of the scenic New Mexico landscape, enhancing the experience of your daily work.

 

Join us in Taos, where every flight underscores our commitment to excellence and safety in medical transport. Experience the thrill of flight while making a significant impact on the well-being of those in need in this dynamic and culturally rich community.

Responsibilities:

Job Summary

Responsible for providing high-quality pre-hospital advanced life support, including assessment, triage, and treatment utilizing standards and guidelines established by Air Methods Community Based Services (CBS) Medical Director(s). You’ll be responsible for carrying out the mission and goals of Air Methods CBS, ensuring that safety remains the highest priority throughout the transport continuum.

 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

• Provides pre-hospital advanced life support care from the initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility; maintains thorough patient care documentation.

• Practices within his/her scope of practice as defined by the states regulating each base and Air Methods CBS. Maintains competency in knowledge and psychomotor skills by participating in ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences. Communicates educational needs to the Medical Base Supervisor and Medical Education Coordinator.

• Maintains documentation of required licensure, certifications, continuing education, aviation and safety training, OSHA and HIPAA training, clinical rotations, and advanced procedures. Attends a minimum of six educational programs per year pertinent to his/her practice.

• Knowledgeable in using and maintaining all equipment and supplies used by Air Methods CBS. Responsible for reporting medical equipment failures and taking initial steps to

ensure equipment repair as directed. Maintains adequate supplies onboard aircraft to deliver patient care. Keeps aircraft clean and orderly to ensure rapid response to all transport requests.

• Participates in patient and referring institution follow-up and planned outreach marketing and education activities.

• Functions as a medical flight member by attending pre-mission briefings and mission debriefings and completing necessary documentation. Assists in pre-mission liftoff checklist and assists pilot as requested, i.e., radio, navigational, and visual observation activities. Complies with safety standards to assure the safety of self, medical personnel, patient, and equipment.

Conducts aircraft safety briefings as needed.

• Serves as a flight resource to neonatal/pediatric personnel when transporting specialty patients by helicopter. Performs advanced skills and procedures as approved by Air Methods CBS Medical Director(s).

• Serves as a role model, educator, and clinical resource. Participates regularly in departmental activities, projects, and committees (to include research and publishing opportunities). Maintains awareness of current issues related to pre-hospital care through participation in professional activities, i.e., national and state legislative--elected or appointed. • Other Duties as assigned.

 

Additional Job Requirements

• Regular scheduled attendance

• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling: 5%

Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the position's essential functions.

 

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and at least three years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field preferred

• Minimum three (3) years of recent experience in a busy 911 system

• Previous critical care transport and flight experience preferred

 

 

Operation and Safety Requirements:

· As a member of the Clinical Flight Crew, any person employed in this position shall maintain a weight not to exceed 225 pounds, including an empty flight suit and boots.

 

Skills

 

Skills as required to practice as a paramedic as defined by assigned state scope of practice and advanced practice skills as defined by Medical Director(s) and Medical Standards.

• 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 the 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.

 

Computer Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

 

• Registered EMT-P licensed in state(s) served

• National Certification may be required to meet state licensure requirements

• Specialty certification: (FP-C or CCP-C) required within two (2) years of hire

• Current certifications in Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR; ACLS; PALS or equivalent (AHA, ARC, or ASHI only, courses if state or county required) and advanced provider ITLS, PHTLS or TPATC (if state or country required)

• If you have ITLS or PHTLS, you will be required to completed TPATC within 90 days after 2nd seat release

• If you do not have a trauma certification, Air Methods will provide the online course for the TPATC which must be completed prior to new hire orientation

• NRP certification before completion of third-rider orientation

• NIMS Training IS 100, 200, 700, 800 and HazMat before completion of third-rider orientation

 

Benefits

Air Methods is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package created with the diverse needs of our teammates in mind:

· Health, Dental and Vision

· Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan

· Flexible Spending Account Benefit Plans

· Tuition Reimbursement

· Full Company-Paid Life Insurance

· AD&D Insurance

· Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

· Business Travel Accident Insurance

· Voluntary Legal

· Relocation Assistance

· Employee Assistance and Benefit Concierge Service Programs

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities:

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.