AIRMED PARAMEDIC

AirMed Paramedic Explore Career Opportunities at Shannon Medical Center - Where Compassion Meets Excellence Shannon Medical Center is seeking dedicated and compassionate professionals to join our team in providing exceptional healthcare to the San Angelo community. Located in the heart of Texas, we offer a dynamic work environment, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. If you're looking to advance your career in a supportive and innovative setting, we encourage you to explore our open positions today. What makes San Angelo different? San Angelo is a hidden gem in West Texas, known for its rich history, vibrant arts scene, and friendly community. Whether you love outdoor adventures, exploring local culture, or enjoying a slower pace of life, San Angelo is the perfect place to call home. Join Our Team as an AirMed Paramedic at Shannon Medical Center! At Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo, we're seeking a highly skilled AirMed Paramedic to join our dynamic team! If you're passionate about delivering high-quality, life-saving care in emergency and critical transport settings, this is the role for you. As an AirMed Paramedic, you'll play a crucial part in providing immediate, expert medical care to patients while safely transporting them via air to critical care facilities. In this vital role, you'll work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, responding to emergency situations, and using your expertise to make quick, life-saving decisions. If you're ready to take your paramedic career to new heights, we want you on our team!

What You'll Do:

Flight Readiness & Equipment Maintenance:

Ensure flight readiness by stocking the aircraft at shift start and after each use, while monitoring, operating, and maintaining all air transport equipment-including ventilators, defibrillators, and advanced monitors-in accordance with hospital protocols

Patient Care & Medical Interventions:

Deliver compassionate, high-quality emergency care during air transport by assessing patient conditions, administering medications and treatments per protocol, monitoring clinical status in real-time, and making critical decisions to stabilize and support patients of all ages

Safety, Protocols & Procedures:

Ensure safe and compliant patient transport by securing patients properly, following all flight and medical protocols, proactively preventing incidents, and promptly reporting any safety concerns or events in accordance with department policies.

Maintain Annual Competencies:

Complete quarterly live or mannequin intubations, annual simulation lab sessions, clinical rotations, and invasive procedure labs as required by the medical director and/or program director.

Collaboration & Communication:

Work closely with medical teams to ensure smooth patient care transitions and provide compassionate emotional support and clear communication to patients and families throughout transport.

Documentation & Records:

Accurately document all patient care, interventions, and medication administration-including dosages and outcomes-in compliance with hospital policies and legal standards. What we're looking for: Successful completion of an approved EMT-Paramedic program Over 3 years experience in an Advanced Life Support (ALS) position or Critical Care setting Flight/Air medical transport experience is preferred Current EMT-P license from Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate MedTrans Corporation New Hire Academy, within 6 months of hire Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification, within 1 year of hire Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification, within 1 year of hire Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification, within 1 year of hire Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC), within 2 years of hire Pediatric Transport Course (PCCTC), within 2 years of hire

Benefits Highlights Health and Wellness:

Multiple plan options, improved coverage.

Retirement:

401(k) matching available, vested-15 months

Time Off & Work-Life Balance:

Generous PTO, supportive culture

In-House Service Savings:

Wellness Credits Why Choose Shannon Medical Center? At Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo, TX, we're not just a healthcare provider-we're a cornerstone of the West Texas community. Serving 25 counties, we're dedicated to delivering advanced, compassionate care through the latest technology and a focus on patient-centered services. As a nonprofit organization with deep community roots, Shannon offers an environment where you can thrive. Here, you'll find opportunities to work in high-acuity specialties like cardiac and trauma care while being part of a locally governed, supportive team that values your contributions. At Shannon, you'll have the chance to make a real impact, both in the lives of our patients and in your own professional journey. If you're looking for more than just a job, whether it's growing in a specialized field or being part of a compassionate team, Shannon Medical Center is the place for you. At Shannon, we're committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. Diversity isn't just a policy- it's a core part of our mission to provide exceptional healthcare to our family, friends, and neighbors. We celebrate differences and believe they make us stronger. Apply today and help us make a lasting impact. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Questions? Contact Lura Dawkins | 325.747.8708 | LuraDawkins@shannonhealth.org .