Air Ambulance Helicopter Pilot - Lead Life-Saving Missions

All Aviation Jobs; Winnemucca (NV); On-site; USD 96,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Job summary

Intermountain Health’s Winnemucca Air Base is seeking an Air Ambulance Pilot to deliver rapid, life-saving patient transport. You will operate under FAA regulations, plan flights, coordinate with medical staff, and ensure safety during every mission.

This role requires extensive helicopter experience, current FAA medical certification, and the ability to respond to emergencies while maintaining detailed logs and professional conduct with patients and families.

Qualifications

• FAA certifications: Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating or ATP; appropriate category and class ratings;
• Current FAA Second-Class Medical Certificate (or higher)
• 2,500 hours total helicopter time; 100 hours cross-country (25 hours at night); 75 instrument hours; 100 unaided night hours
• Pass a 135.293 check ride within 60 days of hire

Responsibilities

• Operates aircraft in compliance with FAA regs, company policies, and mission protocols.
• Plans and executes flights, accounting for weather, weight and balance, and fuel requirements.
• Collaborates with medical staff, ground crew, and dispatch for seamless mission execution.
• Responds promptly to emergency callouts, maintaining readiness at all times.
• Maintains accurate flight and maintenance logs as required by FAA and the company.
• Represents the company professionally when interacting with patients, families, and the public.

Skills

Adaptability

Flight planning

Communication

Decision-making

Team collaboration

Situational awareness

Leadership

Safety compliance

Technical proficiency

Stress management

Job description

Intermountain Health’s Winnemucca Air Base is seeking an Air Ambulance Pilot to deliver rapid, life-saving patient transport. You will operate under FAA regulations, plan flights, coordinate with medical staff, and ensure safety during every mission.

This role requires extensive helicopter experience, current FAA medical certification, and the ability to respond to emergencies while maintaining detailed logs and professional conduct with patients and families.