Aviation Pilot

Global Medical Response; Watson (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Retention bonus

Housing provided

Job summary

Global Medical Response is seeking qualified helicopter pilots to join a team of emergency medical experts. Positions require rotorcraft- helicopter certification, instrument rating, and a high school diploma or equivalent.

The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and mission readiness across multiple locations. Applicants should have significant flight experience and be prepared to operate under VFR/IFR as part of an integrated EMS and transport operation.

Qualifications

• Requirement: rotorcraft helicopter commercial certificate.
• Instrument rating for rotorcraft-helicopter operations.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all operations involving Company aircraft comply with FAA regulations and company manuals.
• Operate the aircraft safely and efficiently with adherence to rotorcraft flight manual.
• Perform preflight checks and report to shift lead with weather and forecast updates.
• Maintain flight readiness and training to meet ongoing regulatory requirements.

Skills

Helicopter piloting

Night flight

FAA license / rotorcraft

IFR Instrument Rating

Regulatory compliance

Education

Rotorcraft-Helicopter Commercial Certificate

Rotorcraft-Helicopter Instrument Rating

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We invite you to join a team of highly skilled emergency medical experts, pilots and mechanics! Our mission of providing care to the world at a moment's notice is at the heart of everything we do. This posting is for multiple Visual Flight Rules (VFR) positions, we have many other opportunities available! By applying through this posting, we are able to move your application to the open location of your choosing.

• 15K Sign on Bonus
• 40K Retention Bonus after 3 years
• 24-hour base housing provided at all locations

Ensures all operations involving Company aircraft are in compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations, Air Evac EMS Operations Manual, and all state and municipal regulations.

Operates the aircraft in a safe and efficient manner, with emphasis on compliance with the Rotorcraft Flight Manual

Conducts preflight of the aircraft prior to starting shift and/or accepting transports or flights. Reports to his/her shift rested and prepared for duty and stays current of weather and forecast changes

• 1500 hours helicopter time
• 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command
• 100 hours night unaided, or 50 hours unaided with 100 hours aided
• Rotorcraft-Helicopter Commercial Certificate
• Rotorcraft-Helicopter Instrument Rating
• High school diploma or equivalent

Upload your Pilot License and FAA Medical Certificate

Global Medical Response teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services around the world. We provide end-to-end medical transportation as well as fire services, integrated healthcare solutions and disaster response.

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability. Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our comprehensive benefit options, which include medical, vision, dental, 401k, disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, vacation and paid time off.