STAR Flight Paramedic

Job Summary Under the direction and supervision of the Base Medical Supervisor, this position is responsible for providing safe, comprehensive care to critically ill and/or injured patients of all ages in the pre‑hospital setting and during inter‑facility transports by applying the specialized principles and techniques of flight paramedic practice, emergency procedures, and diagnostics. Responsibilities Performs a wide range of specialized functions and complex assessments, diagnoses, therapies and emergency treatment of patients transported by rotor‑wing and/or fixed‑wing and/or ground. Documents appropriate and accurate information for assessment and treatment during stabilization and transport. Documents accurate and complete billing information of patient transports. Maintains and facilitates effective and timely communication between management, internal and external customers. Participates in activities to support PR and marketing efforts. Maintains knowledge base for flight paramedic role by attending mandatory meetings, chart reviews, equipment reviews, skill labs, clinical rotations, and continuing education sessions related to the care and transport of critically ill and/or injured patients. Completes all annual recurrent competency requirements. Maintains an active paramedic certification and all other certifications required by policy. Clinically functions under the licensure of the program's Medical Director. Independently reports to the program's Manager of Clinical Services and the National Director of Clinical Standards. Responsible for knowledge of and performing within the regulations and scope of practice of the local Department of Health Services. Qualifications Must have an active paramedic certification in the state of employment. Minimum of three years (five years preferred) current paramedic field experience in a busy 911/pre‑hospital service. Current BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP and PHTLS/ITLS. NRP preferred. Instructor certifications preferred. FP‑C within twenty‑four months of hire. Flight or transport experience preferred. Must successfully complete the PHI Air Medical Group education/orientation program. Effective human relations skills for interfacing with all levels of personnel and external customers. Basic computer skills for e‑mail, electronic charting, etc. Bachelor's degree in a healthcare related field preferred. Must be able to pass pre‑placement physical exam including functional capacity exam (strength and flexibility assessment, lift up to 100 pounds), drug screening and background screen. Must maintain body weight below 235 lbs. Schedule & Location MED. Various locations – travel required. Compensation & Benefits Sign‑on bonus up to $50,000. $5,000 annual travel stipend for the 15/13 schedule. Company car available for transportation while on assignment. Competitive base pay with shift bonuses and shift incentives. Annual safety bonus, annual employee bonus, and continuing education allowance. Health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and other standard benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity PHI, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr PHI Health, LLC