Paramedic Flight | Shandscair | PRN | Variable

Position Summary The Adult/Pediatric Flight Paramedic provides advanced critical care to adult and pediatric patients during air and ground medical transport. Working as part of a Registered Nurse (RN)/Paramedic team, this role is responsible for patient assessment, triage, treatment, monitoring, and ongoing evaluation throughout transport. The Flight Paramedic practices with a high level of autonomy, using advanced clinical skills and established medical protocols under the direction of the program’s medical director. Key Responsibilities Provide critical care for adult and pediatric patients during pre-hospital and interfacility transports Assess, treat, monitor, and evaluate patients throughout transport missions Deliver care during helicopter, fixed-wing aircraft, and ground ambulance transports Utilize advanced clinical skills and follow approved medical protocols Accurately document patient care and clinical interventions in the medical record Collaborate effectively with flight team members and healthcare partners Serve as a clinical resource by sharing knowledge and skills with team members Support community outreach and educational initiatives when needed Maintain a strong commitment to patient safety and quality care throughout all transport operations Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will: Thrive in fast-paced and high-stress environments Demonstrate strong critical thinking and decision-making skills Communicate effectively with patients, families, coworkers, and healthcare professionals Work well independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team Exhibit professionalism, compassion, and excellent interpersonal skills Additional Expectations Maintain safety as the highest priority throughout all phases of transport Support the mission and goals of UF Health ShandsCair Function proficiently across air and ground transport platforms, including: Helicopter transport Fixed-wing transport Ground critical care transport Minimum Qualifications Current National Registry EMT-Paramedic certification required Current State of Florida Paramedic license required Minimum of 4 years of pre-hospital paramedic experience required Valid Florida driver’s license required Required Certifications The following certifications are required upon hire: Basic Life Support (BLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) or Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Preferred Qualifications Candidates with the following experience or certifications are strongly preferred: Experience in pre-hospital, flight, or critical care transport environments CCEMT-P certification UFCCP certification FP-C certification AMCCC certification Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification Instructor certifications in ACLS, PALS, and/or PHTLS The following certifications must be obtained within 1 year of employment if not already held: CCEMT-P, UFCCP or FP-C AMCCC NRP Florida-approved EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operator Course) certification Vehicle Operation Requirements This position requires operating vehicles for work-related purposes as a non-frequent driver Completion of a Florida-approved EVOC driving course is preferred upon hire and required within 1 year of employment #J-18808-Ljbffr