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Qualified external applicants are eligible for a $7,500 sign-on bonus!

Depending on your location, you may be eligible for up to $8,000 in relocation assistance!

*To be eligible for the sign-on bonus, you must be hired into a full-time or part-time position; PRN positions are not eligible. Some exclusions apply.*

You have a purpose, unique talents and now is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more. This is the heartbeat of our organization and your time will be spent in a supportive, team environment with resources to help you flourish and leaders who care about your success.

As a member of the flight crew in the role of Flight for Life (FFL) Paramedic Critical Care Transport, you will assists in meeting the physical and emotional needs of critically ill and injured patients. As a FFL Critical Care Transport Paramedic, you will directly promote safe and efficient operation of Flight For Life.

14-Week Flight for Life Training & orientation schedule

• On-site at Colorado front-range hospitals, to include:
  • St Anthony Hospital (Lakewood, CO)
  • St Francis Medical Center (Colorado Springs, CO)
  • St Mary Corwin (Pueblo, CO)
  • Mercy Regional Medical Center (Durango, CO)
• 12-14 weeks on-site, required
  • Two weeks didactic
  • 10-12 weeks precepted critical care transport training
  • (3) 12-hour shifts per week; variable schedule requiring nights, days, and weekends (eligible for differentials)

Included during your orientation

• Lodging provided 
• Mileage reimbursement for (1) trip home to visit during 14-week training (or within one month of completion) up to a max of $500
• Own, reliable vehicle transportation required to commute to training bases
• Post-training, 2-year commitment agreement required

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In addition to bringing humankindness to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:

• 3 years or 4,000 hours experience as a Paramedic provider in 911 ALS or critical care transport, (ground or air) or 4,000 hours of critical care experience in-hospital
• Colorado State and Kansas State Paramedic Certification required and National Registry as a paramedic. Must maintain currency in all certifications required by CAMTS, (Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems)
• BLS, (Basic Life Support) required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate) required
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification) required within 6 months of hire/transfer date
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) required within 12 months of hire/transfer date
• TPATC (Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course) or ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) required within 12 months of hire/transfer date
• FP-C (Certified Flight Paramedic) required within 2 years of hire/transfer date
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to pass the annual Pre Check review of driving record for safe vehicle operations required

Physical Requirements
Medium Work - exert/lift up to 50 lbs. force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. frequently, and/or up to 10lbs. constantly 

We believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness. 

Proudly part of CommonSpirit Health, Flight For Life Colorado® was the first civilian, hospital-based emergency medical helicopter program in the United States. For over 50 years, we have set the standard for over 300 air medical services worldwide that have modeled our concept. We proudly partner with search and rescue agencies, offering specialized services such as aerial search support and our Avalanche Deployment Program. Our reputation for rigorous training, comprehensive coverage, and proven expertise has made us the air medical program of choice for hospitals, EMS agencies, ski patrols, and rescue teams. With industry leading technology and a highly experienced team, we provide critical care transport across several states in the Rocky Mountain Region, including the Denver Metro area, Summit County, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Durango, northern New Mexico, southeastern Utah, and western Kansas. If you’re passionate about delivering life-saving care in dynamic, high-stakes environments, Flight For Life® is where you can make a difference. Join us in continuing our legacy of excellence. 

In addition to bringing humankindness to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:

• 3 years or 4,000 hours experience as a Paramedic provider in 911 ALS or critical care transport, (ground or air) or 4,000 hours of critical care experience in-hospital
• Colorado State and Kansas State Paramedic Certification required and National Registry as a paramedic. Must maintain currency in all certifications required by CAMTS, (Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems)
• BLS, (Basic Life Support) required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate) required
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification) required within 6 months of hire/transfer date
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) required within 12 months of hire/transfer date
• TPATC (Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course) or ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) required within 12 months of hire/transfer date
• FP-C (Certified Flight Paramedic) required within 2 years of hire/transfer date
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to pass the annual Pre Check review of driving record for safe vehicle operations required

Physical Requirements
Medium Work - exert/lift up to 50 lbs. force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. frequently, and/or up to 10lbs. constantly