SkyLife Flight Paramedic

Description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a SkyLife Flight Paramedic you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join TriStar Centennial Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

TriStar Centennial Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more

• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts

• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships

• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

• Colleague recognition program

• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Flight Paramedic where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Flight Paramedic responds to medical emergencies and provides advanced critical care during the transport to the hospital. As the first healthcare provider at the scene, the Paramedic partners with firefighters and police in evaluating the situation. The Paramedic offers basic and advanced life saving support, administers treatments, and directs EMTs in delivering patient care consistent with training and level of certification. The flight paramedic is responsible for delivering the highest standard of clinical care in a transport environment. This role is one part of a multi-disciplinary team functioning in typical and austere clinical environments to produce safe, efficient and successful outcomes for patients and team members.

What you will do in this role:

• Acquire, maintain and grow skill sets in all aspects of emergency and critical care transport medicine

• Acquire and maintain practical knowledge of applicable FAA and DOT standards pertaining to the medical transport environment

• Actively participate in transport briefings and debriefings, as well as crew resource management, with all team members, seeking to maintain safety, clinical excellence and process improvement

• Participate in internal and external education programs and public relations functions

• Maintain a constant "Ready to Respond" culture - Remain compliant with all license, certification, immunization and education requirements

• Actively participate in quality management programs and ensure constant state of regulatory readiness

• Actively demonstrate competency in all training, including advanced skills and procedures approved by Medical Director, protocol testing, case reviews, initial training for new medical equipment and/or procedures, clinical rotations or clinical simulations, and lecture deliveries

• Develop and maintain rapport with health system staff, physicians, and leaders, exhibiting professionalism and respectful demeanor at all times

• Contribute to the professional growth of new employees by serving as a clinical coach or preceptor

• Active participant in safety, education, quality, and outreach workgroup activity

• Display excellent stewardship regarding overtime, medical supplies, operational items, and completion of all transport / billing paperwork accurately and promptly

• Exhibit professional clinical and operational flexibility with task demand related to air and ground vehicles

Education & Experience

• Minimum three years paramedic experience in high-volume 911 or critical care setting

• Associates degree or higher preferred

• Previous air medical experience preferred

Skills

• Advocate for patients and team members

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of collaboration at all levels

• Ability to manage and administer a broad range of tasks

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions

• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships internally and externally

Computer Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook and electronic Patient Care Record (ePCR) software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Current Tennessee Paramedic license (Critical Care endorsement preferred)

• Current certifications in Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR; ACLS; PALS or equivalent and TPATC/PHTLS advanced provider

• Specialty certification: (FP-C) required within one (1) year of hire

• NRP certification prior to completion of orientation

• Annual EMTALA and compliance training

• NIMS Training IS 100, 200, 700, 800 and HazMat prior to completion of orientation

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Flight Paramedic opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.