What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Response Paramedic position at Northshore Home Health Care?
Role
We are seeking a Flight Paramedic to safely transport patients via air, providing advanced pre-hospital and intra-hospital care, including scene call work. The role involves completing electronic patient care records, performing daily base checks, maintaining certifications and equipment, and ensuring safety standards before and during flights. The flight paramedic functions as a vital member of the medical flight team, assisting with pre-mission briefings, aircraft safety, and operational tasks such as radio and navigational support. They also coordinate shift coverage and foster positive relationships with colleagues, EMS, hospitals, and the public.
Responsibilities
We are seeking a Flight Paramedic to safely transport patients via air, providing advanced pre-hospital and intra-hospital care, including scene call work. The role involves completing electronic patient care records, performing daily base checks, maintaining certifications and equipment, and ensuring safety standards before and during flights. The flight paramedic functions as a vital member of the medical flight team, assisting with pre-mission briefings, aircraft safety, and operational tasks such as radio and navigational support. They also coordinate shift coverage and foster positive relationships with colleagues, EMS, hospitals, and the public.
Responsibilities
- Complete and submit patient care records timely
- Conduct daily checks, including narcotic counts
- Provide advanced life support care from initial contact to patient transfer
- Participate in ongoing training to maintain skills and certifications
- Ensure equipment maintenance and safety compliance
- Perform pre-mission briefings and assist with aircraft safety and operational tasks
- Fill open shifts as needed
- Minimum three years’ experience in 911 or critical care settings
- Current EMT-P license in the assigned area
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, trauma; advanced certifications preferred
- Instructor certifications and NREMT-P may be required
- Knowledge of equipment maintenance and safety procedures
- Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork orientation