Regional EMS Helicopter Pilot – Sign-On Bonus

Air Methods; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Travel Insurance

Relocation Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Air Methods is seeking exceptional pilots to support 24/7 air medical transport services in the Pacific West region. The role emphasizes safety, compliance with FAR/AIM/GOM, and coordination with medical teams to transport patients within an assigned area.

Responsibilities include safe aircraft operation, thorough pre-flight procedures, accurate documentation, and ongoing flight planning. A high standard of teamwork and participation in cross-functional activities is expected, with a

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent with 2–5 years related experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Must meet physical/age limits and weight requirements
• Instrument rating and ATP rating required/preferred

Responsibilities

• Operates Air Methods aircraft in a safe and legal manner
• Completes pre-flight checks and Daily Flight Log sign-off
• Maintains airworthiness and safety for passengers and crew
• Familiar with aircraft and medical systems of backup aircraft
• Performs required documentation accurately
• Conducts detailed flight planning with short notice
• Participates in meetings, projects, and outreach
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Air Methods operations knowledge

Flight planning

Communication

Team coordination

Safety adherence

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Air Methods is seeking exceptional pilots to support 24/7 air medical transport services in the Pacific West region. The role emphasizes safety, compliance with FAR/AIM/GOM, and coordination with medical teams to transport patients within an assigned area.

Responsibilities include safe aircraft operation, thorough pre-flight procedures, accurate documentation, and ongoing flight planning. A high standard of teamwork and participation in cross-functional activities is expected, with a