Flight Paramedic

Job Summary:

The inflight Paramedic will assist in the safe air transportation of prisoners. The Paramedic will be considered on-call and must be able to respond within 2 hours to perform the services.

Duties/Responsibilities:
• Use the acceptable medical industry standards to manage each patient's (prisoner) care while in the custody and during the transition of custody.
• Provide quality medical care to all age groups.
• Administer medications, procedures and/or treatments in accordance with written medical orders and or verbal orders from appropriate medical direction.
• In preparation for flight, verify all required medications, equipment, and supplies are available.
• Maintain all required medical documentation.
• Assume control of all medical records, medications and required medical equipment to and from appropriate authorities.
• Provide communicable disease surveillance, immediately notify any potential health threats / hazards to the safety and welfare of the crew and public at large.
• Coordinate activities with the Aviation Enforcement Officer-In-Charge (AEOIC) in matters of custodial concern.
• Screen all medical forms and examine other available information to ensure that prisoners are medically stable and appropriately fit to fly.
• Respond to all medical emergencies (i.e. seizures, chest pain, mental disorder, etc.).
• Administer prescribed prisoner medications, as necessary.
• Prepare the prisoners medications and medical documentation for delivery to the receiving official at the appropriate debarkation stop and is prepared to report on any specific incidents, during flight as appropriate.
• Perform symptom screening as required.
• Assume responsibility as the primary medical provider of care for all prisoners with stable, unstable, and complex medical conditions during flights.
• Anticipate and acquire resources needed for routine and unexpected medical incidents, including medical emergencies during flight.
• Provide health care services of a scope, quality, and quantity consistent with established industry standards.
• Related tasks as needed.

The job duties are flexible and subject to change depending upon operational needs.

Required Skills/Abilities:
• Be courteous and demonstrate good manners toward Government employees and the public.
• Maintain a respectful and helpful attitude in all endeavors.
• Report to work physically fit and mentally alert.
• Possess the ability to meet and deal tactfully with people.
• Possess the ability to understand, explain, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, directives, and procedures.
• Possess poise, self-confidence, and the ability to make sound decisions and react quickly under stressful conditions.
• Experience operating in high-stress regions experiencing conflict or sudden onset disasters.
• Possess the ability to be extremely flexible and adapt to changing situations.
• Possess the ability to accept and respond to instruction and direction.
• Comply with applicable federal, state and local laws while performing official duties.
• Always demonstrate the highest standards of personal and moral conduct normally expected of law enforcement officers.
• Always perform assignments in accordance with prescribed regulations to the best of one's ability and in accordance with safe and secure working procedures and practices.
• Prepare electronically generated clearly written concise reports.

Education & Experience:
• Minimum high school graduate.
• Have a minimum of three (3) years of experience as a NREMT Paramedic.
• Have a minimum of five (5) years' experience as an ALS Paramedic.
• Active National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
• (NREMT) Paramedic certification (NRP).
• Active ACLS Certification
• Maintain proficiency as a NREMT Paramedic.
• Maintain cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Maintain automatic external defibrillator (AED) certification.
• Maintain active Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Additional Requirements:
• Must be a citizen of the United States of America.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to provide immediate response within a 2-hour notice period.
• Be able to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
• Possess a valid driver's license from your state of residence. Must have a safe driving record for the past 5 years.
• Possess a valid U.S. Passport. Travel may be required.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug tests.
• Be currently involved in continuous educational training.
• Be physically able to perform the full range of medical duties without limitation.
• Be physically able to perform Paramedic duties for an extended period of time.
• Instructor ratings in ACLS and ITLS (Preferred)
• Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS/ ITLS) (Preferred)
• PALS- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (Preferred)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) (Preferred)

Inclusion & Cultural Competency:
• Utilize appropriate methods for interacting effectively and professionally with persons of all ages and from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, and ethnic, sexual orientations, lifestyles, and physical abilities.
• Deliver targeted, culturally appropriate information to help individuals and groups understand health promotion and disease prevention information, policies, regulations, and local code.

EEO Statement

AMI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to participate in its employment practices. This practice is to ensure AMI maintains a diverse and robust workforce. Based on the above, the company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on 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. Employment decisions are based strictly on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. Therefore, this statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ADA & ADAAA Statement

In compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disability Amendments Act (ADAAA), AMI will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes.

Background Check(s) Required

Yes

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The candidate's offer is contingent upon completing a criminal background investigation, reference, and credentialing (where applicable) check. These pre-employment checks may include fingerprint checks, local law enforcement agency checks, credit checks (for employment purposes only), and education and professional licensure checks. Additionally, the company may require security clearance and other U.S. Government checks depending on the specific contract the candidate may work. Candidates will be given full details on which background check is required and separate forms to complete to sanction these checks.

E-Verify Statement

AMI uses E-Verify to check employment eligibility to work in the United States. Selected candidates will be requested to complete an I-9 form and provide relevant documentation of their identity and work eligibility.

Required Applicant Documents

• Resume / CV

• Three (3) Professional and/or Academic References

• Copy of Professional License (if applicable)