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Overview

This position is engaged in the practice of emergency medicine that required substantial judgment and knowledge and proficient skills needed to provide safe and therapeutic paramedic care to critical patients. This Flight Paramedic will share the responsibility with the flight nurse to provide care during each mission, accurately assessing and dealing with life-threatening situations. The flight paramedic must abide by state law, Mercy Life Line Protocol, and hospital policies and procedures. Performs related duties as assigned.

Position Details:

Licensure: Current paramedic license in state of operation: MO EMP-P or AR EMT-P. Current provider in BLS, ACLS, PALS, and ITLS or PHTLS (taken one time). NRP and Hazmat taken within 6 months of hire. Current after six months: BLS, ACLS, NRP, PALS, ATLS or equivalent Life Line Trauma Course. Certification after 2 years.

Experience: ALS care for at least three years with demonstrated above average abilities and skills.

Certifications: FP-C or CCP-C certifications required for Paramedics who conduct critical care transports and have been employed with air medical services for more than two years. Flight Paramedics with less than two years of critical care experience will complete within two years of hire. Must have, or be able to complete during first 6 months of service, NRP and HAZMAT.

Other: Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Expected to be capable of performing patient care of critically ill or seriously injured patients, for all age groups. Must possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and to provide the care needed. Must be physically fit and able to lift heavy loads, work in all climate conditions, and expect to be exposed to the outdoor elements on a daily basis. Must be able to practice excellent job mechanics in a confined area, be able to deal with stressful situations, make sound and accurate judgments concerning patient care, and adapt to changing environment with constant interruptions. Must be able to pass a yearly flight fitness evaluation that demands you push, pull, and grip up to 75 lbs. and pinch up to 20 lbs. You will also be expected to kneel, crouch, and crawl occasionally. Must be able to use a Cardiac Monitor, Non-Invasive/Invasive BP Monitor, Mechanical Ventilator, Co2 Monitor, IABP, Infusion Pump and computer. As of 7/1/2017, the new weight requirement will be 230 lbs or less in full uniform (flight suit and boots).

Preferred Education: HS/GED

Preferred Licensure: CCEMT-P preferred.

Preferred Experience: Previous air medical experience preferred.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.