Flight Paramedic - LifeForce 2 - Part-time
medicine journalChattanooga, TN
Flight Paramedic - LifeForce 2 - Part-time
medicine journalChattanooga, TN
15 days ago
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Flight Paramedic - LifeForce 2Job Summary: As a member of a highly trained and proficient team, the Flight Paramedic employed by Erlanger Health System is responsible for direct/indirect care of the patient(s) during prehospital and interfacility transports on board the aircraft or as deemed necessary within the hospital. Assessment of any trauma or medical patient Initiation of indicated treatment modalities in accordance with written guidelines and verbal medical control direction. Possession of and the ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age(s) of the patient(s) transported by the air medical service, including the neonate through the geriatric age populations. Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span The ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and assimilate the information necessary to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age The demonstrated knowledge and ability to provide/prioritize care based on LIFEFORCE guidelines and procedures The demonstrated ability to work in and around helicopters in all phases of flight, and assist with maintaining cleanliness and efficiency of the air medical department.
Education: Required: Graduate of an accredited Paramedic training program.
Preferred: An AS degree is recommended, a BS or MS degree is preferred.
Experience:
Required: A minimum of three years of continuous experience is required on an Advanced Life Support Ground Unit as a Paramedic. Experience must reflect general knowledge in pre-hospital medicine principles and practice skills, current trends and new developments. Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Licensed or Certified as a Paramedic in the state of residence. Must obtain Tennessee licensure prior to starting clinical orientation with LIFE FORCE. Alabama, Georgia, and North Carolina licensure must be obtained prior to completion of orientation.
Certifications:
Certification in BLS and ACLS. - Certification in one of the following: PALS, PEPP, or PBTLS. - Certification in one of the following: ITLS, PHTLS, or TNATC required. - Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - After LIFE FORCE orientation, must always meet the state of Tennessee's Air Ambulance rules requirements as a Flight Paramedic. Flight Paramedic Certified (FP-C). New employees must obtain certification within one year of date employment. Due to weight limitations allowed onboard the aircraft, the maximum body weight is 250 lbs including gear for an EC-145, EC-135 or Bell 407 aircraft base.
Preferred:
Nationally Registered Paramedic (NRP) Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, ITLS, PHTLS, and PEPP, PBTLS or PALS is preferred upon hire
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Senior
Location
Chattanooga, TN
Occupation
Paramedics
Industry
Ambulance Services
Posted
15 days ago
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