Air Medical Operations Leader

CareFlite; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CareFlite is seeking an Air Operations Manager in Irving, TX to oversee air clinical operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of critical care transport services. You will lead air clinical personnel, manage staffing, training, and performance.

You will collaborate with Flight Operations, Maintenance, Education and Medical Leadership to maintain high standards of patient care, participate in budgeting, and ensure CAMTS standards are met while supporting quality improvement

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Texas Paramedic certification or unrestricted nursing license.
• Minimum 3 years EMS experience, including 911 response.
• Minimum 2 years flight clinician experience.
• Current Texas Class C driver's license.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work flexible schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Air Clinical personnel across the Air Division.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, attendance, and operational readiness of air medical bases.
• Oversee orientation, clinical evaluations, and performance management of air clinical staff.
• Collaborate with Flight Operations, Maintenance, Education, and Medical Leadership to ensure operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with CAMTS standards, clinical protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Support quality assurance, process improvement, and patient safety initiatives.
• Participate in hiring, employee development, coaching, and disciplinary processes.
• Foster positive relationships with healthcare partners, first responders, and external stakeholders.
• Assist with budget planning, resource management, and cost‑saving initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical expertise

Communication

Team development

Education

Paramedic certification (TX)

Nursing license (unrestricted)

ACLS

BLS

NRP

PALS

ATLS/TPATC

Job description

CareFlite is seeking an Air Operations Manager in Irving, TX to oversee air clinical operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of critical care transport services. You will lead air clinical personnel, manage staffing, training, and performance.

You will collaborate with Flight Operations, Maintenance, Education and Medical Leadership to maintain high standards of patient care, participate in budgeting, and ensure CAMTS standards are met while supporting quality improvement