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addressAddressChattanooga, TN
type Form of workFull-Time
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Job 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.
Refer to LIFEFORCE guideline 'Standards of Professional Performance of LIFEFORCE Air Medical Crew '7136.2001 for detailed job responsibilities.
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
Department Position Summary:
Ability to perform both Basic and Advanced Life Support practices in the execution of patient care
Possesses sound judgment and organizational ability
Possesses and demonstrates above average written and oral communication skills
Maintains proficiency as a FAA designated crewmember
Maintains provider certifications in ACLS, BLS, ITLS or PHTLS Also must hold certification in one of the following: PALS, PEPP or PBTLS, (instructor certifications preferred).
Must maintain Flight Paramedic Certification (FP-C) by July 01, 2011 for current employees and within 12 months of hire date for new employees.
Must be able to tolerate the stresses of flight including, but not limited to, unpressurized helicopter flight in both VFR and IFR weather conditions, motion sickness and temperature extremes.
Must be physically fit to lift, twist, bend and work in small, sometimes hazardous environments.
Must meet all FAA designated crew members requirement to participate in initial and random drug screening while employed as such.
Must be able to wear installed safety belts, helmets, Nomex flight suit, and boots.

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