Paramedic FFL Critical Care Transport

As a Paramedic FFL Critical Care Transport and member of the Flight Crew, you will assist in meeting the physical and emotional needs of critically ill and injured patients, while promoting the safe and efficient operation of Flight For Life.

Every day you will provide advanced critical care during transport, perform complex assessments and interventions, administer specialized medications, operate advanced medical equipment, and ensure adherence to safety protocols for Flight For Life operations.

To be successful in this role, you will possess your Paramedic certification with critical care endorsement, advanced clinical skills in critical care transport, the ability to perform under extreme pressure, and an unwavering commitment to patient safety and the efficient operation of critical transport services.

• Assists in providing a safe environment essential to the health and well-being of all individuals in the critical care transport environment, including universal precautions, air and ground safety.
  
• At the direction of the Flight Nurse, assist in performing a rapid survey of life threatening conditions as well as secondary physical assessment, including medical history, current medications, and allergies.
  
• In consultation with the Flight Nurse, assists in prioritizing and planning appropriate transport care.
  
• At the direction of the Flight Nurse, assists in implementing the plan of care and assists with ongoing assessments.
  
• Participates in decontamination of the aircraft and equipment. Helps keep helicopter and fixed wing equipment stocked.
  
• Performs the support duties necessary for the smooth operation of Flight For Life, including cleaning of the vehicles, ordering and stocking of supplies, and clerical support tasks.

Required

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.

• Three (3) years or 4,000 hours experience as a Paramedic provider in 911 ALS or critical care transport (ground or air) or 4,000 hours of critical care experience in-hospital

• Paramedic - Colorado State Paramedic Certification and National Registry as a paramedic. Must maintain currency in all certifications required by CAMTS (Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems)
• Valid Driver’s License and pass the annual Pre Check review of driving record for safe vehicle operations

St. Catherine Hospital, located in Garden City, Kansas, was founded by two pioneering physicians and the Dominican Sisters. They created and maintained the spirit that has enabled St. Catherine Hospital employees to develop a thriving health care facility unlike any other in southwest Kansas. Like many of the families and businesses in our community, our roots run deep – 85 years of excellence and counting. Residents of Garden City enjoy life in a relaxed, small-town (population approx. 30,000) with a zoo, several parks, golf courses, modern shopping and more.

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.