Paramedic provides emergency advanced life support care to patients who are ill and/or injured. Conducts patient assessment to determine the extent of an illness or injury and to establish and prioritize medical procedures to follow. Being a Paramedic performs life support procedures or administers oxygen. Dispenses antiseptic solution to prevent infection, starts and administers intravenous fluids. Additionally, Paramedic performs other emergency medical procedures needed to stabilize patient during transport. Provides an update on patient's condition and status of treatments when transferring to other medical personnel. May require registry in NREMT. Typically requires an associate degree in an accredited Paramedic program. Requires Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Requires Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic. Typically reports to a manager. The Paramedic works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Paramedic typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Description
Survival Flight is one of the largest privately held Air Medical Services in the US, with bases in eight states and growing. We are committed to operating daily by simply "Doing the Right Thing." We are dedicated to providing medical transportation, focusing on our patients' quality of care and safety. We believe our most important assets are our people.
Survival Flight is seeking highly motivated and professional applicants to join our dynamic team of Flight Nurses and Flight Paramedics.
If you want to provide patients rapid access to critical care in a great environment with the best equipment, training, and support, we want to talk to you! We are seeking full-time and part-time Flight Paramedics for our air medical operation based in Altus, Oklahoma.
By choosing Survival Flight, you can trust that you are selecting an air medical provider that holds itself to the highest safety and quality standards for our crews and our patients. Our accreditations from both the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) and the National Accreditation Alliance of Medical Transport Applications (NAAMTA Global) testify to our commitment to providing the best possible care to our patients. Join our team and be a part of an organization that prioritizes excellence in every aspect of our operations.
Qualifications:
Oklahoma Paramedic with at least 3 years of experience in busy EMS ground service
BLS, ACLS, PALS, PHTLS or ITLS, NRP preferred, FPC a plus
Critical Care Certification is a plus
Maximum 230-pound weight limit
Job Type: Full-time & Part-time
Benefits (Full-time):
License/Certification:
Work Location: One location
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