Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $54,500.00 - $73,800.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
wellness programs
Life insurance
Job Description
Acadian Air Med is a leading air medical transport company dedicated to providing critical care and emergency medical transport services. Known for its commitment to excellence and patient safety, Acadian Air Med operates North America's most experienced and innovative fleet of medical helicopters and ground ambulances. The company emphasizes a culture rooted in teamwork, leadership, and continuous education to ensure superior medical care and patient outcomes while delivering transport services. Acadian Air Med strives to fulfill its mission to support hospitals, emergency rooms, and communities by providing rapid response and high-level medical intervention in emergency situations, utilizing cutting-edge medical protocols... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must have high school diploma or GED
- Must hold current National Registry and State Paramedic licenses
- Must maintain current BLS, ACLS, and CPR certifications
- Must complete PHTLS, PALS, and NRP certifications within 12 months of hire
- Must obtain advanced credential CCP-C or FP-C within 18 months if preferred
- Body weight not to exceed 210 pounds in uniform
- Must be able to report to assigned Air Med station within 90 minutes drive time
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Must maintain all required identification cards on person when on duty
- Must have no recent disciplinary or safety infractions
- Must demonstrate strong knowledge of medical protocols and equipment
- Must be able to operate independently and under high-stress conditions
- Must maintain good personal motivation and organizational behavior
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- National Registry and appropriate State Paramedic license
- Current BLS, ACLS, and CPR certification
- Completion of PHTLS, PALS, and NRP within 12 months of hire
- Advanced credential CCP-C or FP-C preferred within 18 months of hire
- Completion of Acadian Companies Critical Care Transport Course or equivalent preferred
- Minimum three years of paramedic experience
- Critical care transport experience preferred
- Knowledge of CORE protocols and critical care transport equipment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Ability to operate extrication tools and manage patient environments
- Valid driver’s license
- Body weight of 210 pounds or less while in uniform
- Ability to report to assigned Air Med station within 90 minutes drive time
Job Duties
- Conducts patient assessments for signs and symptoms of illness or injury
- Administers prompt basic, intermediate, or advanced life support care within licensure limits and protocols
- Provides careful handling of patients to and from the air ambulance
- Ensures safe and efficient transport of patients to medical facilities
- Transfers patient care information to receiving personnel accurately
- Documents all aspects of patient care on electronic patient care reports
- Uses extrication tools and controls patient surroundings when necessary
- Communicates via electronic communications equipment following FCC regulations
- Completes station and grounds duties as assigned
- Submits required company reports and logs
- Performs regular equipment inventory and testing
- Places aircraft and equipment back in service after transport
- Reports needed equipment repairs to maintenance departments
- Participates in safety meetings and promotes safety standards
- Addresses safety issues with management and pilots
- Collaborates with quality improvement and leadership teams
- Promotes company health and wellness initiatives
- Participates in disaster drills and community outreach
- Assists with special projects as assigned
- May be temporarily assigned to ground ambulance duties if necessary
- Meets requirements of Emergency Medical Technician-Basic and Intermediate
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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