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Flight Communications Specialist (per diem)
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A Communications or Public Relations Specialist coordinates internal and external communications for a company or organization. Provides information to employees on company activities, such as the launch of a new product or a community service initiative. Writes and edits public communications; develops media contacts and prepares material for press and media distribution; monitors media coverage. May assist with events planning.
$72,562 / year median in Montana
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Magnet:
Commitment to Nursing Excellence Billings Clinic is proud to be recognized for nursing excellence as a Magnet®-designated organization, joining only 97 other organizations worldwide that have achieved this honor four times. The re-designation process happens every four years. Click here to learn more! Pre-Employment Requirements All new employees must complete several pre-employment requirements prior to starting. Click here to learn more! Flight Communications Specialist (per diem)BILLINGS CLINIC MEDFLIGHT
(BILLINGSCLINIC 1045 N 30TH BUILDING
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$19.68 - 24.60 The Flight Communication Dispatcher coordinates all aspects of the air ambulance flights and the ground regional transports for the flight team to ensure the safe, quick and efficient turnaround of aircraft from when they land to the time they depart.. Responsibilities include receiving referral calls, notifying pilots and medical crew, and coordination with the medical control physician, referring physician and referring health care facility. Essential Job Functions 1. Receives incoming patient transport requests in a hospital or pre-hospital setting 2. Coordinates the closest, safest, and most appropriate asset for transport while following all appropriate guidelines and protocols 3. Relays information to the transport teams 4. Obtains necessary patient information, as well as medical information required for transport then disseminates following HIPPA guidelines 5. Notifies all necessary entities of an assets estimated time in route or estimated time of arrival for all missions and transports 6. Conducts a shift briefing with the relieving Flight Communication Dispatcher, completing the shift-briefing log. The briefing will include all Flight Communication Dispatchers present in the Communication Center to ensure information is communicated to all personnel. 7. Reviews the communication board and notes administrator on call, hazards and obstacles, aircraft status and any others pertinent information for the day and check the Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) website and take note of any Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) or Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMs) that may impact flight operations 8. Build, review and verify flight crew teams for upcoming shifts and ensures they are correctly recorded in Flight Vector Dispatch Operations software 9. Coordinates the most efficient use of the ground regional and fixed wing services that requires close coordination with referring facilities. Considers the appropriateness of care based on the age of the patient 10. Responsible for the communication network for the staff. Relays, transfers and takes incoming messages from allied health providers, public safety personnel or the public. 11. Develops and maintains records and a variety of reports. Responsible to complete other activities assigned by leadership, which may include charge reports, past volume analysis, etc. 12. Provides ground regional and air ambulance price quotes, working closely with the Patient Financial Services Department to ensure appropriate reimbursement and pre-authorizations. 13. Performs data entry for all charges related to ground regional and air ambulance transports. 14. Notifies management of any unusual occurrences or deviations, actions or conduct which reflects unfavorably upon the image or services rendered by Billings Clinic including but not limited to, deviation from the standard practices and policies. 15. To maintain quality assurance in Flight Vector, EMS charts, billing and customer service, Flight Communication Dispatcher conducts quality assurance peer audits twice in each shift (24- hour period). QA each patient loaded flight by going through the flight and answering the questions in relation to the QA form. Any pertinent mistakes identified during the audit will be corrected by the person conducting the audit to ensure correct patient billing, and will be documented on the QA form Minimum Qualifications Education- High school graduate or equivalent Experience
- Prior health care experience (i.e., EMS, EMT, Medical Assistant, Certified Nurse Assistant, Unit or Monitor Clerk, Military Medic, etc.) is preferred
- Prior aviation experience and/or knowledge of aviation regulations is helpful
- Electronic telephone system experience, preferred
- Completion of a medical terminology course, preferred Certifications and Licenses
- Successful completion of Certified Flight Communicator (CFC) certification or greater within one year of hire Billings Clinic is Montana's largest health system serving Montana, Wyoming and the western Dakotas.