Flight Paramedic

PHI Health, LLC; Front Royal (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Annual education allowance

Competitive pay

Career advancement

Job summary

PHI Health, LLC is seeking Flight Paramedics to join our life-saving air medical team. You will provide advanced pre-hospital care during rapid transport across multiple bases, with a sign-on bonus up to $15,000.

The role requires active paramedic certification, 3–5 years of field experience, and the ability to work in fast-paced environments. We offer competitive pay, bonuses, and continuing education opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active paramedic certification in the state employed.
• Minimum of three years (five years preferred) current paramedic field experience in a busy 911/pre‑hospital service.
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP and PHTLS/ITLS certifications; NRP preferred.
• Instructor certifications preferred.
• FP‑C within twenty‑four months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide range of specialized functions and complex assessments, diagnoses, therapies and emergency treatment of patients transported by rotor‑wing and/or fixed‑wing and/or ground.
• Documents appropriate and accurate information for assessment and treatment during stabilization and transport.
• Documents accurate and complete billing information of patient transports.
• Maintains and facilitates effective and timely communication between management, internal and external customers.
• Participates in activities to support PR and marketing efforts.
• Maintains knowledge base for flight paramedic role by attending mandatory meetings, chart reviews, equipment reviews, skill labs, clinical rotations, and continuing education sessions related to the care and transport of critically ill and/or injured patients.
• Completes all annual recurrent competency requirements.
• Maintains an active paramedic certification and all other certifications required by policy.
• Clinically functions under the licensure of the program's Medical Director.
• Indirectly reports to the program's Manager of Clinical Services and the National Director of Clinical Standards.
• Responsible for knowledge of and performing within the regulations and scope of practice of the local Department of Health Services.

Skills

Paramedic certification

Flight/transport experience

Basic computer skills

Team communication

Education

Healthcare-related Bachelor's preferred

Active paramedic license

Tools

Electronic charting systems

Job description

Overview

Join Our Life-Saving Team and take advantage of a sign-on bonus up to $15,000! We are on the lookout for passionate Flight Paramedics to join our elite crew. If you have dreamed of making a real impact and being part of a life‑saving mission, now is your chance. As a Flight Clinician with PHI Health, you'll be at the forefront of critical care, providing rapid response and advanced medical assistance to those in need. We need heroes like you to ensure swift and effective medical transport, especially in emergencies.

Who We Are

PHI Health is the leading air ambulance provider in the United States. With an unmatched safety record and the best aviation, medical and communication specialists in the field, we set the standard in the air medical industry. We transport more than 22,000 patients each year from our more than 80 bases across the country, all while offering services and outreach education to local communities and leading healthcare systems. Our mission is simple: move communities to health while maintaining the highest standard of safety, period.

Job Summary

Under the direction and supervision of the Base Medical Supervisor, this position is responsible for providing safe, comprehensive care to critically ill and/or injured patients of all ages in the pre‑hospital setting and during inter‑facility transports. The clinician applies the specialized principles and techniques of flight paramedic practice, emergency procedures, and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide range of specialized functions and complex assessments, diagnoses, therapies and emergency treatment of patients transported by rotor‑wing and/or fixed‑wing and/or ground.
• Documents appropriate and accurate information for assessment and treatment during stabilization and transport.
• Documents accurate and complete billing information of patient transports.
• Maintains and facilitates effective and timely communication between management, internal and external customers.
• Participates in activities to support PR and marketing efforts.
• Maintains knowledge base for flight paramedic role by attending mandatory meetings, chart reviews, equipment reviews, skill labs, clinical rotations, and continuing education sessions related to the care and transport of critically ill and/or injured patients.
• Completes all annual recurrent competency requirements.
• Maintains an active paramedic certification and all other certifications required by policy.
• Clinically functions under the licensure of the program's Medical Director.
• Indirectly reports to the program's Manager of Clinical Services and the National Director of Clinical Standards.
• Responsible for knowledge of and performing within the regulations and scope of practice of the local Department of Health Services.

Qualifications

• Active paramedic certification in the state employed.
• Minimum of three years (five years preferred) current paramedic field experience in a busy 911/pre‑hospital service.
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP and PHTLS/ITLS certifications; NRP preferred.
• Instructor certifications preferred.
• FP‑C within twenty‑four months of hire.
• Flight or transport experience preferred.
• Successful completion of the PHI Air Medical Group education/orientation program.
• Effective human‑relations skills for interfacing with all levels of personnel and external customers.
• Basic computer skills for e‑mail, electronic charting, etc.
• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare‑related field preferred.
• Ability to pass a pre‑placement physical exam including functional capacity exam (strength and flexibility assessment, lift up to 100 pounds), drug screening and background screen.
• Maintain body weight below 235 pounds.

Schedule / Location

Additional details regarding shift times, travel expectations, and specific base locations are available upon request. PHI operates from more than 80 air medical bases across the country.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a range of competitive pay and benefits to keep our teams happy, healthy, and invested. The package includes competitive base pay, shift bonuses, shift incentives, annual safety bonus, annual employee bonus, and an annual continuing education allowance.

Core Competencies

• Safe – Absolute commitment to Destination Zero; zero accidents is our only acceptable outcome.
• Efficient – Focused on smart, responsible outcomes, maximizing resources and sustainable profitability.
• Quality – Dedicated to ensuring excellent organizational performance producing reliable outcomes.
• Service – Committed to the service of our customers, communities, and each other.

The PHI Health Advantage

For over 40 years, PHI has provided critical air medical transport services across the country. Each aircraft is outfitted with advanced technology, crews undergo rigorous protocols and training, and the company pioneers forward‑thinking safety programs. The accident rate is well below the national average, and PHI was the first to receive the Vision Zero Aviation Safety Award, underscoring our highest safety rating in the industry.

Sign on Bonus

Sign on bonus up to $15,000.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

PHI, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.