Flight for Life EMT - Quick Hire!

CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region is a prominent nonprofit, faith-based healthcare system dedicated to building healthier communities through compassionate care and innovative health solutions. Serving the states of Colorado, Utah, and Kansas, CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region operates a vast network of 20 hospitals, emergency and urgent care centers, home care and hospice services, telehealth, and over 240 physician practices and clinics. This extensive presence enables the organization to offer a consistent, high standard of care to diverse populations, meeting the needs of urban and rural areas alike. With over 150,000 employees and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians nationwide, CommonSpirit Health is committed to advocating for the poor and vulnerable and creating an environment where healing happens both inside hospital walls and within the broader community. The organization's guiding philosophy is grounded in humankindness, ensuring that every patient interaction reflects respect, dignity, and personalized care. Within this dynamic and mission-driven health system, the Flight For Life ground ambulance service stands as a critical component delivering emergency medical care across the Mountain Region. The role of ambulating operating personnel involves ensuring safe and efficient operation of the ground ambulances, maintaining vehicle readiness, and providing advanced life support (ALS) or basic life support (BLS) patient care. This position supports clinical teams, emergency departments, and the business office by offering skilled and compassionate care during emergency responses and transport. This role is situated at St. Anthony Hospital, a Level I Trauma Center located in Lakewood, Colorado. As a state-of-the-art medical campus and home base for Flight For Life Colorado, St. Anthony Hospital is equipped with advanced trauma facilities, including trauma rooms and a dedicated field-to-surgery suite that operates 24/7 to support life-saving care for critically ill and injured patients. The hospital's recognition includes the prestigious Magnet designation, awarded to only 10% of hospitals worldwide, along with numerous other accreditations and awards from respected healthcare organizations. The Ambulance Operator role is a vital position requiring precision and professionalism in operation, patient care, and compliance with vehicle maintenance schedules. Employees in this role are expected to collaborate within a team-oriented environment that values personal growth and leadership development. Operating a ground ambulance safely and providing high-standard emergency medical care involves a strong commitment to continuous learning, adherence to guidelines, and responsiveness in fast-paced situations. The position requires current Colorado EMT certification, BLS certification, and compliance with various operational and clinical certifications, including Emergency Vehicle Operator coursework and neonatal resuscitation training. This role offers a variable shift schedule that accommodates the needs of the emergency medical service and provides a competitive hourly wage ranging from $18.00 to $25.88. Joining CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region, particularly at St. Anthony Hospital, means becoming part of a compassionate community dedicated to excellence in trauma, cardiology, stroke, neurosciences, oncology, and surgical services. Employees can expect comprehensive total rewards, including several health insurance options, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and other wellness programs designed to support their professional and personal well-being. In summary, this position embraces a purpose-driven career where having unique talents and a heart for service meets the opportunity to save lives and impact the community through exemplary emergency medical care.

• High school diploma or GED
• Current Colorado State EMT certification
• Basic Life Support from American Heart Association
• IV certification within two months of hire
• Emergency Vehicle Operator course completion within six months of hire
• Valid Colorado driver’s license with no moving violations for past two years
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification within twelve months of hire for BLS transports
• Ability to exert up to 50lbs of force occasionally
• Ability to work variable shifts