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Job Details

Job Location : Trinity Health Hospital Campus & Medical District - Minot, ND


Position Type : Full Time


Salary Range : $26.42 - $39.63 Hourly


Job Shift : Varies


Job Category : Emergency Medical Services

Description

The Flight Paramedic practices in accordance with philosophy, policies, procedures and standards of the hospital; functions within the guidelines of the protocols for the transport program that are reviewed and agreed on by medical and nursing directors.The Flight Paramedic functions include the identification, planning, implementation and evaluation of emergency care for acutely ill neonates, pediatrics and adults in collaboration with their flight partner and the medical control physician. This person is responsible for obtaining pertinent medical histories, performing physical examinations and formulating differential diagnoses and care management plans. Responsibilities include performing necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as indicated for identification and management of problems.Also, important is the need to provide family centered care, including psychosocial support, education and transfer planning in conjunction with referral staff.Represents the hospital to health care professionals in referring hospitals.Maintains effective communication with referral staff and families.Initiates and participates in educational, research, professional and organizational activities that contribute to improving patient care, the transport program operation and the individuals own professional development.The paramedic's primary responsibility is a flight team member on Rotor Wing or Fixed Wing ambulance transports.The paramedic functions in the ETC when not on an ambulance transport (see specific policy).

Qualifications
• Licenses and Certifications Required • North Dakota Paramedic registration submitted to North Dakota Department of Health Division of Emergency Medical Systems (DEMS) within 30 days of hire. • Must be National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) certified paramedic at time of hire • Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required at time of hire • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within first year of hire • Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) preferred • Valid Driver's License • Must be able to be insured to operate a motor vehicle • Educational Requirements • High school diploma or GED strongly preferred • Experience Requirements • Minimum 2 years' experience in EMS preferred • Special Skills or Training Requirements • Membership in professiona

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Hourly pay, Full time, Shift work,

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