Oct 9
Secret
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
Emergency
Fort Walton Beach, FL (On-Site/Office)
Position Title: Paramedic Contractor
Location: Various U.S. Air Force Installations (CONUS/OCONUS)
Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance
Employment Type: Contract
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Position Summary
The Paramedic Contractor supports U.S. Air Force medical and operational missions by providing advanced pre-hospital emergency care, medical support during training and operational activities, and assistance with medical readiness programs. This role requires a highly skilled and adaptable professional capable of operating in both clinical and field environments under military protocols.
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Key Responsibilities
• Provide advanced life support (ALS) and basic life support (BLS) in emergency and non-emergency situations in accordance with USAF and DoD medical directives.
• Assist in aeromedical evacuation, mass casualty response, and disaster preparedness operations.
• Support medical readiness training, field exercises, and contingency operations.
• Maintain and operate medical equipment, vehicles, and supplies in compliance with Air Force and OSHA safety standards.
• Conduct patient assessments, document care provided, and coordinate with military or civilian medical personnel for follow-on care.
• Participate in medical drills, flightline standby coverage, and on-base medical response operations.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of patient and operational information in accordance with HIPAA and DoD policy.
• Provide medical instruction and support to Air Force personnel as directed, including CPR, trauma response, and first aid training.
• Support occupational health, preventive medicine, and force health protection initiatives as assigned.
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Required Qualifications
• Certification: National Registry Paramedic (NRP) or state-equivalent paramedic license.
• Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience providing advanced pre-hospital emergency care.
• Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance (required at time of hire).
• Certifications:
o Basic Life Support (BLS)
o Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
o Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)
• Physical Requirements: Must meet medical and fitness standards to perform duties in austere and operational environments.
• Other Requirements: U.S. citizenship and ability to pass government background checks and medical screening.
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Preferred Qualifications
• Prior military or government medical support experience, especially within Air Force or DoD operations.
• Experience in remote, expeditionary, or combat medical environments.
• Familiarity with aeromedical evacuation protocols, field medical logistics, and emergency medical documentation systems (AHLTA, GENESIS, etc.).
• Training in CBRNE response or flight line medical operations.
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Work Environment
Paramedics may work in clinical facilities, field environments, or operational areas, often in high-tempo or austere conditions. The role requires flexibility, professionalism, and readiness to deploy or support exercises and missions as assigned.
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About the Role
This position plays a critical role in ensuring the health, safety, and operational readiness of U.S. Air Force personnel. The Paramedic Contractor acts as both a clinical provider and operational support specialist, contributing to mission success through rapid medical response and expert emergency care.
Location: Various U.S. Air Force Installations (CONUS/OCONUS)
Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance
Employment Type: Contract
________________________________________
Position Summary
The Paramedic Contractor supports U.S. Air Force medical and operational missions by providing advanced pre-hospital emergency care, medical support during training and operational activities, and assistance with medical readiness programs. This role requires a highly skilled and adaptable professional capable of operating in both clinical and field environments under military protocols.
________________________________________
Key Responsibilities
• Provide advanced life support (ALS) and basic life support (BLS) in emergency and non-emergency situations in accordance with USAF and DoD medical directives.
• Assist in aeromedical evacuation, mass casualty response, and disaster preparedness operations.
• Support medical readiness training, field exercises, and contingency operations.
• Maintain and operate medical equipment, vehicles, and supplies in compliance with Air Force and OSHA safety standards.
• Conduct patient assessments, document care provided, and coordinate with military or civilian medical personnel for follow-on care.
• Participate in medical drills, flightline standby coverage, and on-base medical response operations.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of patient and operational information in accordance with HIPAA and DoD policy.
• Provide medical instruction and support to Air Force personnel as directed, including CPR, trauma response, and first aid training.
• Support occupational health, preventive medicine, and force health protection initiatives as assigned.
________________________________________
Required Qualifications
• Certification: National Registry Paramedic (NRP) or state-equivalent paramedic license.
• Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience providing advanced pre-hospital emergency care.
• Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance (required at time of hire).
• Certifications:
o Basic Life Support (BLS)
o Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
o Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)
• Physical Requirements: Must meet medical and fitness standards to perform duties in austere and operational environments.
• Other Requirements: U.S. citizenship and ability to pass government background checks and medical screening.
________________________________________
Preferred Qualifications
• Prior military or government medical support experience, especially within Air Force or DoD operations.
• Experience in remote, expeditionary, or combat medical environments.
• Familiarity with aeromedical evacuation protocols, field medical logistics, and emergency medical documentation systems (AHLTA, GENESIS, etc.).
• Training in CBRNE response or flight line medical operations.
________________________________________
Work Environment
Paramedics may work in clinical facilities, field environments, or operational areas, often in high-tempo or austere conditions. The role requires flexibility, professionalism, and readiness to deploy or support exercises and missions as assigned.
________________________________________
About the Role
This position plays a critical role in ensuring the health, safety, and operational readiness of U.S. Air Force personnel. The Paramedic Contractor acts as both a clinical provider and operational support specialist, contributing to mission success through rapid medical response and expert emergency care.
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