Flight Medic jobs in District of Columbia

Flight Medic transports and transfers patients by aircraft and assesses the extent of an illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to follow. Provides advanced life support care to patients who are ill and/or injured. Being a Flight Medic replenishes the aircraft with medical supplies after flights. Must be CPR certified. Additionally, Flight Medic requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to manager. Flight Medic's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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TWU Warehouse Ramp Clerk - BWI
  • Worldwide Flight Services
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • About WFS
    Join our Worldwide Flight Services family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipment, luggage, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day, and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 164 airport locations, 18 countries, and on 5 continents. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?
    Job Summary
    The work of a Ramp Clerk includes the following: loading and unloading of cargo (mail, express, baggage, freight, and company material) on and off aircraft; the transporting of cargo between terminals and aircraft; the ramp transfers of cargo where required; the receiving, delivering, and physical handling of freight and company material, export at the designated express docks, mail and baggage in the outbound baggage room; the completion of forms and messages related to and necessary for the performance of the designated locations of the functions described. Comply with WFS site security procedures for assigned warehouse and other operations. Remain cognizant of WFS staff, security contractors, and visitors’ activities and report security breaches, suspicious occurrences, or non-compliance with the site security plan to managers or via the WFS whistleblower program. This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
    Responsibilities
    • Load and unload aircraft of cargo weighing up to 70 lbs. in and out of aircraft within confined cargo areas, push, pull, and position loaded containers weighing up to 3,200 lbs. on rollers with/to aircraft.
    • Driving vehicles with gross weights of 3,000 to 80,000 lbs. in areas congested with aircraft, moving and stationary vehicles and equipment as well as positioning vehicle up to aircraft requiring depth perception and the ability to distinguish colors, red, green, and yellow.
    • Engage in push-out of aircraft driving 80,000 lb. vehicle or assist by providing guide function to driver using depth perception in congested areas or speaking to cockpit during push-back procedure.
    • Transport cargo to and from aircraft driving 3,000 lb. vehicle using depth perception to negotiate vehicle with attached carts through congested area. Read "off-load" sheets to determine destination of cargo.
    • While performing aircraft push-out and/or towing functions, engage in proper specific ground to cockpit communication via hand signals and voice commands, with and without, the assistance of sight or visual aids.
    • Ability to successfully communicate with others.
    • Ability to work in a high-noise level environment.
    • Ability to understand and react to verbal commands and safety warnings, with and without, assistance of sight or visual aids.
    • Pull, push, and lift bags weighing up to 70 lbs. onto or from a conveyor belt.
    • Pull water hose from stationary cabinet and connect to aircraft.
    • Lift, connect overhead and remove overhead, 40 lb. KVA electric cable to/from aircraft.
    • De-ice aircraft at heights of up to 20 - 80 ft. lifting and holding nose, spray exterior of wings and fuselage with glycol.
    • Ability to judge distances.
    • Ability to confront and question unauthorized personnel in secured areas, and report their presence to authorities as necessary.
    • Reports to work on a regular and timely basis.
    Minimum Requirements
    • HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent
    • Must be at least 18 years of age
    • Valid driver's license
    • Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends (i.e., Friday, Saturday, Sunday), holidays, and days off.

    **This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement of the Transport Workers Union (TWU), a labor union which requires joining the TWU and paying union dues.**
    Preferred Skills
    • Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
    Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
    • Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
    • Ability to work in all types of weather conditions as well as environmental conditions, i.e., jet engine fumes, vehicle emissions, dust, and jet engine noise.
    • Ability to distinguish colors, red, green, and yellow.
    Perks & Benefits
    • Want your pay in advance? Access up to 50% of earned wages before payday and get paid up to two days early through the Branch app!
    • Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition? On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
    • Need quality medical care? Multiple options for both full and part-time employees!
    • Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
    • Looking to stay healthy and improve your life? Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
    • Want to invest in your future? 401k program offered with company match!
    • Looking to grow and have a career with us? Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!

    WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.
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Senior Flight Dynamics Software Engineer
  • Metrea Management LLC
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • We are looking for an experienced Flight Simulation / Flight Dynamics Programmer to join the team at Metrea Simulations. Do you want to work with the cutting edge of game, simulation, and modeling tec...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Program Analyst (Human Space Flight Policy)
  • US Federal Aviation Administration
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Duties Serves as a Program Analyst in which conducts policy-related business, including creating new regulations and standards and supporting interagency and industry engagement, including Commercial ...
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Principal Software Engineer (Flight Software Expert)
  • JRC Integrated Systems, LLC Career Center
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • JRC is actively searching for a Principal Software Engineer (Flight Software) to provide seamless program support anticipating the needs necessary to carry on the endeavors of the Strategic Weapon Sys...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Sr. Electromechanical Systems Engineer - Space Flight Control Systems
  • Peraton
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities Peraton is looking for an experienced SENIOR ELECTROMECHANICAL SYSTEMS ENGINEER to lead a mechanical team supporting spaceflight instrument development at the Naval Research Laborator...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Critical Care Transport Nurse - (Ground & Flight) %2425,000 Bonus
  • Children's National Medical Center
  • Washington, DC OTHER
  • All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, CNMC Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Pr...
  • 26 Days Ago

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Flight Medic- Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Reva, Inc.
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • SUMMARY: Responsibilities include evaluation, coordination, and delivery of medical care provided to patients during tra...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Support
  • US Navy
  • Denver, CO
  • About Navy Hospital Corpsmen provide treatment for thousands of Sailors and Marines, using quick thinking to help keep t...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Support
  • US Navy
  • Aurora, CO
  • About Navy Hospital Corpsmen provide treatment for thousands of Sailors and Marines, using quick thinking to help keep t...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Support
  • US Navy
  • Juneau, AK
  • About Navy Hospital Corpsmen provide treatment for thousands of Sailors and Marines, using quick thinking to help keep t...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Support
  • US Navy
  • Des Moines, IA
  • About Navy Hospital Corpsmen provide treatment for thousands of Sailors and Marines, using quick thinking to help keep t...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Support
  • US Navy
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • About Navy Hospital Corpsmen provide treatment for thousands of Sailors and Marines, using quick thinking to help keep t...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Support
  • US Navy
  • San Francisco, CA
  • About Navy Hospital Corpsmen provide treatment for thousands of Sailors and Marines, using quick thinking to help keep t...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Support
  • US Navy
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • About Navy Hospital Corpsmen provide treatment for thousands of Sailors and Marines, using quick thinking to help keep t...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...
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Income Estimation for Flight Medic jobs
$54,261 to $65,280

Flight Medic in Miami, FL
It's only 14 weeks long if you already have your medic.
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Flight Medic in Harlingen, TX
Although they are not an every day occurrence, in-flight medical emergencies, involving passengers or, on a less frequent basis, crew, are inevitable.
November 27, 2019
Flight Medic in Topeka, KS
Flight attendants are trained in first aid, and there are medical kits on board.
December 18, 2019