Details:
Flight Paramedic
Reporting to the Medevac Base Manager and Director of Medical Operations, the Flight Paramedic is accountable for the provision of effective patient care during all phases of the transport process and practices in a manner consistent with accepted aero-medical transport principles.
Specific Responsibilities:
1. Planning patient care following established guidelines and policies.
2. Coordination of equipment and staff to safely and effectively transport the patient.
3. Monitoring and managing patient care during all stages of the transport process.
4. Complete and concise patient documentation.
5. Effective communication with all members of the health care team involved in the transport and care of the patient.
6. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
7. Respects the rights of the patients at all times.
8. Identifies, intervenes, and responds appropriately during crisis situations.
9. Identifies questionable assignments and procedures and seeks guidance as necessary following established lines of communication.
10. Recognises personal strengths and limitations and seeks guidance as required.
11. Attends education opportunities and maintains all necessary certifications.
12. Promotes a harmonious working environment and utilizes appropriate communication techniques during professional interactions.
13. Practises active listening skills, interviewing and problem solving techniques effectively.
14. Maintaining and checking all equipment and ensuring it is in proper working order.
15. Assisting the Medevac Base Manager with administrative duties as required.
Qualifications:
ACOP Registered EMT-P or equivalent provincial ACP Registration.
Minimum 2 years emergency, acute or critical care experience.
Previous flight experience considered an asset.
Current ACLS, ITLS, PALS and/or NALS.
Clean criminal background check and vulnerable sector check.
Clear drivers abstract
Pre-employment medical examination
List of current vaccinations/immunizations
Job Application Details:
Contact: Lana Eddy
Phone: 866.578.9111
Fax: 888.856.8987
Email: careers@advancedmedic.com
www.advancedmedic.com
Deadline: Mar 19, 2012
Location: Calgary
Certificate Level: EMT-P,
