Flight Paramedic

Flight Paramedic UT Health Emergency Medical Services Tyler, TX Job Details PRN 2 hours ago Benefits Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Patient monitoring systems NRP Certification PALS Certification Medical equipment operation BLS Certification Trauma care ACLS Certification Radio communication systems CFRN Critical care (emergency response procedures) GPS devices NREMT Paramedic Patient treatment EMT-P Certification Patient emergency assistance Critical illness management Full Job Description Overview Join our team as a PRN Flight Paramedic in Tyler, TX. Why Join Us? Thrive in a

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UT Health East Texas

EMS/AIR 1

has more than 65 ambulances, three active helicopters and one helicopter in reserve strategically located across the region and emergency teams provide rapid access to care. Responsibilities Administers care to patient population which ranges from neonates to geriatrics. Works cooperatively and interdependently with emergency, prehospital, law enforcement, and ancillary personnel while coordinating the emergent and critical care of patients requiring helicopter transportation. Markets the Air 1 program and serves as a representative of the department as well as the UT Health East Texas System when involved with a public relations activity and/or marketing activity. Understands and supports the UT Health East Texas Mission, Vision, and Values. Adheres to all hospital policies and procedures.

Qualifications Job Requirements:

At least three years prehospital experience in a lead paramedic role. Texas EMT-P certification. National Registry EMT-P (NREMT-P). BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care. Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS) required or obtain within 30 days of employment. Certified Flight Paramedic Credential (FP-C) within 2 years of employment. If the crew member is an RN working in the Paramedic role the CFRN will take the place of the required certification. PALS required or obtain within 30 days of employment. NRP required or obtain within 30 days of employment. ACLS required or obtain within 30 days of employment. Ability to operate critical care equipment (i.e., monitors, pumps, ventilators). Must possess standard critical care skills commensurate with the flight nursing profession. Must become proficient in the operation of VHF and 800 System radio equipment. Must become proficient in the use of the Global Positioning System. The ability to make major and critical decisions in the absence of medical and/or supervisory direction. Comply with regulatory requirements, guidelines, and policies.

Preferred Job Requirements:

Previous flight paramedic experience.