In-Flight Paramedic – Justice Prisoner Air Transportation System (JPATS)

The In-Flight Paramedic provides direct medical care and emergency response during prisoner air transport missions conducted by the United States Marshals Service (USMS) / JPATS Division. This role supports federal prisoner movements, state/local law enforcement requests, and emergency operations in support of national security. Duties include continuous medical oversight, documentation, medication custody, flight readiness preparation, incident reporting, and coordination with federal aviation/security personnel.

-Deliver emergency and routine medical care during JPATS flight missions.

-Complete medical record reviews prior to boarding and ensure all documentation is current.

-Maintain custody and control of all medications, medical records, and medical equipment assigned during missions.

-Administer medications and treatments as directed by authorized medical personnel.

-Monitor, assess, and respond to medical needs of prisoners and crew throughout flights.

-Identify and report communicable disease risks and health-related safety concerns.

-Submit written medical incident reports within required timeframes.

-Prepare medical equipment and supplies for flight operations and restock following missions.

-Coordinate with the Aviation Enforcement Officer in Charge and designated medical authorities.

-Execute symptom screening, post-incident assessments, and follow required reporting procedures.

-Maintain professional conduct, confidentiality, and adherence to federal security and operational rules.

-Participate in required orientation and adhere to dress, uniform, and conduct standards.

-U.S. Citizen, age 21 or older.

-High school diploma or equivalent; fluent in written and spoken English.

-Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving history.

-Minimum of three years of verifiable Paramedic experience.

-Ability to remain composed and make critical medical decisions under pressure.

-Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally with law enforcement and detainee populations.

-Must be physically capable of prolonged flight duties, emergency response, lifting, walking, and medical intervention in restricted environments.

-National Registry Paramedic (NREMT-P)

-CPR

-Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)

-Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

-Bloodborne pathogens training and proof of continuing education

-Minimum staffing requirement of 96 hours monthly.

-Flight schedules may change on short notice; must respond within two hours when activated.

-Missions may run 2–16 hours per day and may include multiple overnight stays each week.

-Must arrive prepared with personal essentials due to unpredictable mission timelines.

-Maintain a neat and professional uniform appearance (khaki tactical trousers, green polo, black duty footwear, weather gear as required).

-Maintain confidentiality, patient safety, and strict compliance with federal conduct rules.

-No weapons of any kind permitted while on duty or on any assigned aircraft.

-No unauthorized electronic devices permitted during flight operations.

-Must avoid conflicts of interest, improper associations, and unauthorized interactions with detainees or their associates.

-Responsible for the custody and return of assigned medical equipment.

-Frequent domestic travel required, including remain-overnight missions.

-Travel reimbursement will follow federal travel guidelines and documented expense procedures.

-Performance will be assessed on quality of care, professionalism, mission readiness, documentation accuracy, and ability to -follow federal protocols.

-Attendance at required orientation and training is mandatory prior to full duty assignment.