Flight Paramedic (Per Diem, Varied)

Compensation range:

Your rate of pay will be based on applicable experience

Enloe Health is a Level II Trauma Center located in beautiful Northern California. We offer a full array of medical services and our mission is to elevate the health of the communities we serve. As a Planetree organization we place high value on hiring the right team to care for our patients and their familiescare that is steeped in compassion human connection and mutual support. If you feel called to make a meaningful impact through empathetic person-centered care and thrive in a culture that values collaboration and purpose we welcome you to join our team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Flight Paramedic is a licensed professional Paramedic who provides direct patient care during air medical Flight Paramedic provides patient care within the paramedic scope of practice. The Flight Paramedic will be expected to provide direct patient care either on FlightCare or in the Emergency Department. They will be available for Flight Response for the duration of their 12 hour shift. They also will be available to assist in Emergency Department patient care.

EDUCATION / TRAINING / EXPERIENCE:

Minimum:

• Hazardous Materials training to the First Responder Awareness Level (dept tracking)
• Three years experience (no less than 4000 hours) as a Paramedic in the prehospital setting. If 4000 hours are met by time of completion of orientation for this position then that will satisfy this requirement.
• Must meet physical requirements per the Enloe Flight Crew Weight Limitations policy

Desired:

• Leadership experience
• Preceptor experience
• A.S. degree in health related field

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

Minimum:

• Currently licensed by the California Emergency Medical Services Authority as a Paramedic
• Accredited by the Sierra Sacramento Valley Emergency Medical Services to function as a Paramedic in the region
• Certified Flight Paramedic (within 2 years of employment)
• Current CPR recognition
• Current NRP recognition
• Current ACLS recognition
• Current PALS recognition
• Current PHTLS (Prehospital Trauma Life Support) or equivalent (dept tracking)
• Current TPATC (Transport Provider Advanced Trauma Course) (within 18 months of hire) (dept tracking)
• Current California drivers license with ambulance drivers certificate to include the medical exam certificate (HR collects & sends to compliance upon hire and then dept tracks)
• Eligible to be insured under the Medical Centers Liability Policy with DMV Report (and minimum age 21)

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:

Must demonstrate technical competence professional clinical judgment communication skills and sensitivity for the patient and family in crisis. Must have the ability to motivate delegate analyze information problem solve and make effective decisions. Must be able to work effectively with peers other departments first responders and the public using good interpersonal skills discretion and diplomacy. Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Enloe offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all eligible employees including but not limited to:

• $0 premium medical plan to include vision insurance
• Prescription and dental group insurance
• Retirement with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that starts accruing immediately and can be used as its earned
• Extended Sick Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance

Please visit the employee benefits page at get more in-depth benefits and coverage information or email to receive a full summary of benefits.