Flight Paramedic

The Job

This is a Flight Paramedic role based in Sioux Falls, SD with Avera Health. You'll be working out of one of three bases located in Sioux Falls, SD, Aberdeen, SD and Pierre, SD. Paramedics may be eligible for a $3,500 sign on bonus. RNs could be eligible for a $15,000 sign on bonus. The schedule runs on 12 hour shifts: 7:00am to 7:30pm or 7:00pm to 7:30am. You'll rotate every other weekend and holiday. Your schedule comes out six weeks in advance, and the team considers your preferences when building it.

What You'll Do

You'll provide emergency medical services under the direction and supervision of the Emergency Department Physician and management. The goal is high quality patient care according to Avera's standards and the Careflight Program's objectives.

• Collect patient health data from patients, referring healthcare providers, and patient charts.
• Analyze that data to help determine diagnoses and identify problem areas.
• Identify expected outcomes and goals that are individualized for each patient.
• Develop a plan of care that prescribes interventions to hit those expected outcomes during transport.
• Implement the interventions identified in the plan of care.
• Evaluate each patient's progress toward their outcomes, and call the medical director for orders or use protocols already in place.
• Look at your own practice against professional standards and relevant regulations.
• Complete peer evaluations when asked.
• Keep your knowledge of practice, procedures, and care current.
• Work with patients, their significant others, and other healthcare providers to deliver appropriate care.
• Use research findings in your practice when it makes sense.
• Consider safety, effectiveness, and cost when planning and delivering patient care.
• All Careflight personnel need to maintain physical health and proper weight, not to exceed 240 pounds.

What You Need

You need to be able to work the hours specified. You also need visual acuity for position duties and the ability to communicate, hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds. Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities, as long as they don't cause undue hardship.

• Certified Flight Paramedic (FP C) from the International Board of Speciality Certification (IBSC) within 2 years
• EMT certification from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT)
• An active EMT license in the state of practice upon hire
• EMT certification from South Dakota Board of Medical & Osteopathic Examiners (SDBMOE) upon hire
• EMT certification from North Dakota Health and Human Services within 90 days
• A valid driver's license upon hire
• 3 years of field experience in ALS ambulance, previous teaching experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency in all EMS skills and familiarity with various EMS training techniques
• A bachelor's degree is preferred

The Details

The pay range for this position is $24.00 to $51.50 per hour. Your actual rate depends on your experience. The schedule is rotating days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

You'll need to commit to applying Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles every day. That means serving patients, their families, and the community. You'll promote values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship. You'll uphold standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity. You'll maintain confidentiality and work effectively in a team environment, coordinating workflow with others to keep things productive and efficient.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the right fit for you, submit your application through JobXi. Make sure your resume reflects the experience and certifications listed above.