Flight Paramedic - Harrisonburg, VA - Sign on bonus up to $7,500 effective through 4/30/2024 - Phiairmedical

Flight Paramedic - Harrisonburg, VA - Sign on bonus up to $7,500

JOB SUMMARY

• Performs a wide range of specialized functions and complex assessments, diagnoses, therapies and emergency treatment of patients transported by rotor-wing and/or fixed-wing and/or ground.
• Documents appropriate and accurate information for assessment and treatment during stabilization and transport.
• Documents accurate and complete billing information of patient transports.
• Maintains and facilitates effective and timely communication between management, internal and external customers.
• Participates in activities to support PR and marketing efforts.
• Maintains knowledge base for flight paramedic role by attending mandatory meetings, chart reviews, equipment reviews, skill labs, clinical rotations, and continuing education sessions related to the care and transport of critically ill and/or injured patients
• Completes all annual recurrent competency requirements.
• Maintains an active paramedic certification and all other certifications required by policy.
• Clinically functions under the licensure of the program's Medical Director. Indirectly reports to the program's Manager of Clinical Services and the National Director of Clinical Standards.
• Responsible for knowledge of and performing within the regulations and scope of practice of the local Department of Health Services.

SCHEDULE/LOCATION

• Schedule varies

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• Must have an active paramedic certification in the state employed.
• Minimum of three years (five years preferred) current Paramedic field experience in a busy 911/pre-hospital service.  
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP and PHTLS/ITLS. NRP preferred. Instructor certifications preferred.  
• FP-C within twenty-four months of hire.
• Flight or transport experience preferred.
• Must successfully complete the PHI Air Medical Group education/orientation program.
• Effective human relations skills required for interfacing with all levels of personnel and external customers.
• Must possess basic computer skills for e-mail, electronic charting, etc.
• Ability to communicate verbally, effectively and clearly in person and by phone.
• Bachelor's degree in healthcare related field preferred.
• Must be able to pass pre-placement physical exam including functional capacity exam (strength and flexibility assessment, lift up to 100 pounds), drug screening and background screen.
• Must maintain body weight below 250 lbs

SALARY

• Regular pay scale applies

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Safe. We are absolute in our belief in the tenets of Destination Zero and that Zero is not only achievable, but the only acceptable outcome.
• Efficient. We are focused on outcomes that are smart and responsible by making the best use of our resources to maximize overall productivity and achieve sustainable profitability as a high performing organization. 
• Quality. We are committed to ensuring excellent organizational performance which produces sustainable and reliable outcomes.
• Service. We are dedicated to the service of our customers, our communities and each other.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:

• Drive&Energy – The ability to maintain a fast pace and continue to produce during exhausting circumstances.
• Functional&TechnicalExpertise – Allows the individual to add organizational value through unique expertise and serve as a resource to the organization within his/her area of expertise
• HighStandards – Sets the stage for continuous improvements, the adoption of best practices and ultimately influences organizational standards.
• Initiative – Takes a proactive approach and takes action without being prompted.
• Integrity – Acts ethically and honestly and applies those standards of behavior to daily work activities.