Flight Paramedic

Role overview

This position is based in Tucson, Arizona and involves delivering critical pre-hospital care from a helicopter setting. The role suits an experienced paramedic with recent 911 exposure who is ready to work in a fast-moving air medical environment while continuing professional development with employer support.

As part of a clinical flight crew, you will provide advanced life support during transport and help uphold the highest standards of patient and flight safety throughout every mission.

Core responsibilities

• Deliver advanced pre-hospital life support from first patient contact until handoff to the receiving medical facility, while keeping complete and accurate patient care records.
• Work within the authorized scope of practice for the state and the air medical service, and keep clinical skills sharp through ongoing lab and field-based learning.
• Share learning needs with the Medical Base Supervisor and Medical Education Coordinator as needed.
• Maintain proof of required licenses, certifications, continuing education, aviation and safety training, OSHA and HIPAA training, clinical rotations, and advanced procedures.
• Attend at least six education sessions each year that are relevant to the role.
• Understand how to use and perform routine checks on aircraft medical equipment and supplies, report failures promptly, and take the initial steps needed to get equipment repaired.
• Keep onboard supplies stocked and the aircraft clean and mission-ready for rapid response.
• Take part in patient follow-up, referring-facility outreach, marketing, and education activities.
• Join pre-mission briefings, mission debriefings, and complete all required records.
• Help with the pre-flight checklist and assist the pilot when requested, including radio, navigation, and visual observation support.
• Follow all safety procedures to protect yourself, other crew members, the patient, and the equipment; conduct aircraft safety briefings when needed.
• Support neonatal and pediatric transports as a clinical resource and perform advanced skills and procedures that are approved by the medical director.
• Act as a clinical role model, educator, and resource, and participate in department projects, committees, research, publishing opportunities, and professional activities.
• Perform any additional duties assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED plus at least 3 years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field is preferred.
• At least 3 years of recent experience in a high-volume 911 system.
• Previous critical care transport and flight experience is an advantage.
• Must stay within a maximum weight of 225 pounds, including an empty flight suit and boots, as required for the clinical flight crew.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotation.
• Must be dependable, self-driven, and comfortable working in a changing environment.
• Strong communication, presentation, collaboration, critical thinking, prioritization, multitasking, and attention-to-detail skills are needed.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required.
• Regular attendance is required, and travel may account for about 5% of the role.
• No supervisory duties are attached to this position.
• Required credentials include: registered EMT-P license in the state(s) served; specialty certification FP-C or CCP-C within 2 years of hire; current BLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS or equivalent, and advanced provider ITLS or PHTLS where required; one approved advanced trauma course before completion of third-rider orientation; NRP before completion of third-rider orientation; and NIMS IS-100, 200, 700, 800 plus HazMat at hire.
• National certification may be needed to satisfy state licensure rules.

Additional information

The role includes an estimated 5% travel requirement. Regular attendance is an essential part of the job, subject to applicable law and company policy. Reasonable accommodations may be provided where required by law, as long as they do not create undue hardship. This employer follows its own employment practices and policies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with competitive offerings
• Flexible spending account options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company-paid life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Business travel accident insurance
• Voluntary legal support
• Relocation assistance
• Employee assistance and benefit concierge services

Equal opportunity statement

The employer is committed to equal opportunity and does not discriminate against veterans, individuals with disabilities, or employees/applicants who discuss or disclose pay information in circumstances protected by law.