Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $51,700.00 - $68,700.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
Work-life balance
Job Description
The Health Care District of Palm Beach County is an independent special taxing district that has been a vital healthcare safety net for over 36 years, addressing gaps in healthcare access throughout the entire county. This comprehensive healthcare system encompasses multiple services including nine community health centers, known as Federally Qualified Health Centers, which provide care to all individuals regardless of their ability to pay. Additionally, the District manages school health teams in 172 public schools, the Trauma Hawk aeromedical helicopter program that offers critical lifesaving services, and Lakeside Medical Center, a rural public teaching hospital. Complementing these are an... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
- knowledge of federal aviation regulations (FAA Part 135)
- experience with flight planning and dispatching
- proficiency in weather analysis
- strong communication skills
- competency in relevant software systems
- capacity to handle emergency situations
- physical ability to perform duties
- commitment to maintain a drug-free workplace
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- experience in flight dispatch or aviation communications preferred
- knowledge of FAA Part 135 regulations
- proficiency in weather analysis and flight planning
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- ability to work under pressure and in emergency situations
- competency in software applications related to aviation operations
- teamwork and collaboration skills
- understanding of emergency medical transport operations
- ability to maintain detailed records
- flexibility to work rotating shifts
Job Duties
- Monitors, answers, interprets, prioritizes, and dispatches from emergency calls and local hospitals
- computes fuel requirements for flights based on aircraft type, flight distance, weather, and regulatory minimums
- analyzes weather data to determine safe and cost-effective flight routes
- prepares comprehensive flight plans including weight calculations, weather reports, NOTAMS, and risk assessments
- reviews flight information including aircraft inspection status and maintenance logs
- collaborates with maintenance and operations directors regarding aircraft readiness
- validates suitability of crew and aircraft for departures
- finalizes flight plans with the Pilot in Command and shares joint flight release responsibilities
- exercises safety and operational control responsibilities with the Pilot in Command
- prepares and signs dispatch releases authorizing flights
- delays or cancels flights under unsafe conditions
- monitors flight progress and provides real-time updates
- evaluates weather changes and flight plan alternatives
- responds to accidents/incidents by initiating notifications and documentation
- assists in maintaining the Flight Control Center operations
- utilizes software systems for duty assignments
- works with multidisciplinary teams for patient transport excellence
- responds to hospital transport requests
- practices appropriate radio communication
- communicates shift changes with crew
- maintains positive relationships with stakeholders
- applies FAA flight dispatch practices to ground ambulance control
- keeps flight and weather records in compliance with regulations
- works rotating 12-hour shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
- performs emergency duties including disaster responses
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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