Helicopter Pilot

Coulter Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Coulter Services in Los Angeles is seeking a Helicopter Pilot (Air Medical Transport) to provide safe, efficient transport for regional medical missions, coordinating with flight nurses, paramedics, dispatch, and ground teams. You will perform pre-flight planning, assess weather, and make go/no-go decisions while maintaining FAA compliance and patient-centered care.

This role requires precise aircraft handling, teamwork, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong aviation safety mindset and disciplined adherence to regulations.
• Excellent aircraft handling and situational awareness.
• Strong weather assessment and risk evaluation skills.
• Effective teamwork and clear communication with medical and operational partners.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-flight planning, mission readiness checks, and risk assessment.
• Evaluate weather conditions and make sound go/no-go decisions.
• Operate the aircraft with precise control to support patient care objectives.
• Maintain strict compliance with FAA and established safety standards.
• Use advanced aviation and mission tools to support safe operations.
• Participate in ongoing training and support continuous improvement.
• Uphold a culture of safety, professionalism, and compassionate service.

Skills

Aviation safety mindset

Aircraft handling

Weather assessment

Teamwork & communication

Job description

Helicopter Pilot (Air Medical Transport)

Provide safe, efficient air medical transport across the region, flying emergency and interfacility missions while partnering closely with flight nurses, paramedics, dispatch, and ground teams.

Key Duties

• Perform pre-flight planning, mission readiness checks, and risk assessment
• Evaluate weather conditions and make sound go/no-go decisions
• Operate the aircraft with precise control to support patient care objectives
• Maintain strict compliance with FAA and established safety standards
• Use advanced aviation and mission tools to support safe operations
• Participate in ongoing training and support continuous improvement
• Uphold a culture of safety, professionalism, and compassionate service

Qualifications/Skills

• Strong aviation safety mindset and disciplined adherence to regulations
• Excellent aircraft handling and situational awareness
• Strong weather assessment and risk evaluation skills
• Effective teamwork and clear communication with medical and operational partners