Flight Paramedic

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs.  Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Responsible for the facilitation and coordination of safe and comprehensive care to all

patients in the pre-hospital setting and during inter-facility transports by understanding and

applying the specialized principles and techniques of emergency rotor wing transport.

Will be engaged in procedure and policy development, performance improvement activities,

clinical competency activities and professional and community outreach activities.

This position supports organizational goals by participating in safety-oriented activities,

providing quality customer service, performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a

commitment to teamwork and cooperation.

Minimum  3-5 years’ experience within an active EMS system providing Advanced Life Support (ALS).

Previous flight and/or transport experience preferred. 

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.

High School diploma or equivalent.

Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Current NJ Paramedic certification or eligible for reciprocity. NREMT-P preferred.

CCEMT-P preferred. Current BLS, ACLS, PHTLS and PALS certification.

ICS-100 or equivalent and IS-700 or equivalent upon hire. ICS-200 or equivalent and IS-800 or equivalent within first year of employment.

FP-C certification preferred, must be obtained  within 1 year of hire.

Current state issued driver's license with clean driving record

Other qualifications

Must be physically able to work in all weather and environmental conditions, able to lift and move patients in all circumstance and perform all duties consistent with providing ALS and/or BLS in the pre-hospital or interfacility environment (air or ground).

PRN, varies