Float Flight Paramedic

Locations: Astoria, OR, Aurora, OR, Cottage Grove, OR, Dallesport, WA, Hillsboro, OR, Kelso, WA, Newport, OR, Salem, OR

About the role

Life Flight Network is one of the most prominent not-for-profit air ambulance organizations. As the industry's trailblazers, we constantly raise the bar for safety, excellence, social justice, and innovation in the skies and on the ground. The Flight Paramedic is responsible for working with the Flight Nurse in the delivery of advanced critical care to patients. The Flight Paramedic renders patient care in accordance to the guidelines and protocols of Life Flight Network. This position offers relocation assistance of up to $10,000.

Responsibilities

• Works with the Flight Nurse in the delivery of age-appropriate (Pediatric, Adult, Geriatric) patient care.
• Performs the following procedures as necessary: oral intubation, administration of paralytic drugs, needle thoracostomy, intravenous and intraosseous access.
• Works with the Flight Nurse as needed in providing accurate and complete patient care documentation per the standards established by LFN.
• Assists in providing written and/or verbal patient follow-up to referring hospitals or agencies.
• Assists with equipment retrieval and return to appropriate agencies.
• Works with the Flight Nurse in cleaning and restocking equipment in a timely manner to place an aircraft back in service as soon as possible.
• Works with the Flight Nurse in completing inventories and monthly checks, ordering supplies, and maintaining equipment in working order.
• Works with the Flight Nurse in day-to-day operations of LFN.
• May compile statistical data or work on related projects as assigned by the LFN Director of Clinical Operations.
• Helps to ensure the safe operation of the aircraft for the protection of the patient, crewmembers, and personnel on the scene.
• Enforces LFN safety policies and assists the pilot in navigation, take off, landing, and in-flight procedures.
• Participates in the development of LFN business and operations plans to meet medical transport service and financial performance goals.
• Encourages a favorable public opinion of LFN through personal contact with patients, community agencies, and hospitals.
• Provides flight education to the public as requested.

Requirements

• Minimum five years’ experience as a Paramedic, preferably in a large metropolitan area.
• Current licensure and/or certification as listed below:
  • Paramedic certification as appropriate to assigned location
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Drivers must have a current, valid Oregon, Idaho, Washington, or Montana driver’s license and at least three years of driving experience.
• FP-C exam must be taken within one year of hire, certification obtained within two years of hire.
• Completion of Department of Transportation Air Medical Curriculum within six months of hire date.
• Complies with weight restrictions (maximum 250 pounds fully outfitted to perform the job).
• Passport and/or entry into Canada may be required based on location assignment.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to communicate and work with a variety of people one-on-one and in large groups, often in highly stressful situations.
• Ability to work varied shifts and cover fixed-wing call shifts.

Benefits

• Compensation & Retirement
  • Competitive pay
  • 401(k) with a 100% vested employer contribution
  • Tenure bonuses to reward your loyalty and long-term commitment
• Health & Wellness
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Company-paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Wellness Reimbursement Program
  • Complimentary Life Flight Network Membership for you and your household
• Family & Lifestyle
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Bereavement Leave (including for pets)
  • Paid Volunteer Time
  • Generous Paid Time Off
• Growth & Recognition
  • Tuition and Training Reimbursement
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
  • Employee Recognition Awards
  • Multilingual Stipend