Flight Paramedic - Resource

About the role

Life Link III is a premier, nationally recognized air medical transport company focused on providing critical care to patients in need. Our mission is to deliver advanced life-saving care using top-of-the-line equipment in safe, state-of-the-art aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced critical care to patients with life-threatening conditions during air medical transport
• Assess, stabilize, and manage trauma, cardiac, respiratory, and pediatric emergencies in flight
• Perform advanced procedures within paramedic scope
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and blood products per guidelines and established protocols
• Ensure safety throughout all phases of transport in collaboration with pilot and flight nurse
• Collaborate closely with flight nurses, pilots, and other professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes during transport
• Maintain clear and continuous communication with receiving hospitals, pre-hospital care providers, and family members as necessary
• Participate in pre-flight safety checks, post flight debriefings and maintain equipment readiness
• Document patient care accurately and support quality improvement initiatives
• Maintain critical care skills through ongoing training

Requirements

• Current Paramedic license in MN, WI, with critical care endorsement required and preferred ND and MI licensures
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required; trauma certifications (TPATC) are encouraged
• FP-C will be required within 18 months of hire date
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification will be required after hire date
• FEMA certification for ICS 100, 200
• A minimum of 3 years of recent (within the last 5 years) critical care of 911 EMS paramedic experience with a focus on high-acuity, critical patient care
• Prior critical care experience that involved a comprehensive understanding of advanced life support techniques, pharmacological therapies, invasive procedures, and emergency interventions
• Prior exposure to high-acuity, multi-system trauma, including shock, severe head injuries, and complex cardiac emergencies, is essential
• Must maintain a flight crew weight of 230 lbs or less, fully dressed in flight required gear
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to maintain airport security access credentials (where applicable)

Qualifications

• Preferred qualifications include previous flight experience and prior exposure to adult and pediatric patient populations, including neonates.

Skills

Expert critical care knowledge, mastery of complex interventions, and exceptional communication skills are essential. Expertise in advanced life support techniques, pharmacological therapies, invasive procedures, and emergency interventions is required.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage starting the first of the month following date of hire
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match
401k with employer match fully vested
Generous paid leave and paid time off to foster work/life balance
Life, disability, critical illness, and accident insurance
Tuition/Training reimbursement program

Pay

Base Pay Rate: $34.15 - $46.72 per hour, based on experience

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the job and the community we serve.