Guardian Flight

Flight Paramedic

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $76,000.00 - $97,000.00
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Company paid crew housing
competitive salary
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Guardian Flight, part of Global Medical Response (GMR), is a leading provider of air ambulance services delivering critical emergency and patient relocation care across various regions. As a part of GMR's family of solutions, Guardian Flight is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality medical care with a strong focus on patient safety and well-being. The organization operates with a dedication to excellence, incorporating values that emphasize care, commitment, and professionalism in every mission. The team at Guardian Flight works closely with EMS representatives, hospitals, and the public to ensure seamless coordination and delivery of life-saving services.

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Job Requirements

  • Minimum of three years experience in an ALS or critical care setting required
  • Current EMT-P license or certification in the states served by the assigned area required
  • AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP required prior to flight status
  • Willing to obtain trauma certification within 6 months of hire
  • Advanced certification (FP-C) required within 12 months from date of hire
  • Must possess the gross and fine motor skills necessary to sufficiently provide the full range of safe and effective patient care activities
  • Lift and/or move up to 150 pounds cumulative with assistance
  • Specific vision abilities required including close vision, distant vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
  • Must be willing to shave facial hair if needed to fit a N95 mask
  • Must be able to work a flexible work schedule

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of three years experience in an ALS or critical care setting
  • Current EMT-P license or certification in the states served by the assigned area
  • AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP certifications required prior to flight status
  • Trauma certification required 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

Job Duties

  • Responsible for completion and submission of electronic patient care record for each dispatched flight within the specified time frame, and for daily base checks, which includes narcotic count
  • 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 patient care documentation
  • Maintains competency in knowledge and psychomotor skills by participating in ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences
  • Maintain documentation of required licensure, certifications, continuing education, safety, and advanced procedures in the Employee Education Manual
  • Knowledgeable in use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by emergency programs
  • Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, and the public
  • Functions as a medical flight member
  • Attends pre-mission briefings and mission debriefing and completes necessary documentation
  • Assists in pre-mission liftoff checklist and Pilot assistance when needed, e. radio, navigational, and visual observation activities
  • Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical personnel, patient, and equipment prior to liftoff
  • Conducts aircraft safety briefings as needed
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location