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Global Medical Response

Flight Paramedic

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $53,200.00 - $72,000.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program

Job Description

REACH is a prominent leader in helicopter air ambulance services and operates as part of the Global Medical Response (GMR) family of solutions. GMR is dedicated to delivering compassionate, quality medical care with a primary focus on emergency services and patient relocation. REACH specializes in providing rapid transportation for patients who require urgent medical attention, whether from an accident scene or between medical facilities. The organization places a strong emphasis on safety, professionalism, and high standards of care. Their teams consist of experts in air medical transportation who work tirelessly to ensure that all patients receive advanced and effective medical... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a 911 or critical care setting
  • Current EMT-P license or certification in the states served
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, trauma certification prior to flight status
  • Advanced Certification (FP-C) preferred, must be obtained within 24 months from date of hire
  • Ability to maintain documentation of licensure, certifications, continuing education, and safety procedures
  • Ability to work full-time and fill open or vacant shifts as needed
  • Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, and patients
  • Commitment to comply with safety standards for self, crew, patient, and equipment
  • Physical ability to perform duties in a demanding, fast-paced environment

Job Qualifications

  • Current EMT-P license or certification in the states served by the assigned area
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, trauma certification required prior to flight status
  • Advanced Certification (FP-C) preferred, required within 24 months from date of hire
  • Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS preferred
  • NREMT-P certification may be required in assigned area
  • Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a 911 or critical care setting
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain clinical competencies through ongoing education and practical experience

Job Duties

  • Responsible for completion and submission of electronic patient care record for each dispatched flight within the specified time frame
  • Responsible 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, i.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
  • Responsible for filling open or vacant shifts within assigned area as deemed appropriate by the Regional Director

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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