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Med-Trans Corporation

Flight Nurse

Denver, CO · On-site

$28.66 - $49.63/hr

IMMEDIATE HIRING!   Flight Nurse Career Opportunity   * Starting Range is $28.66-$49.63 per ... Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS. Why Choose Med-Trans? As a leader in ...

Med-Trans Corporation

Flight Nurse

Denver, CO · On-site

$28.66 - $49.63/hr

IMMEDIATE HIRING!   Flight Nurse Career Opportunity   * Starting Range is $28.66-$49.63 per ... Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS. Why Choose Med-Trans? As a leader in ...

Med-Trans Corporation

Flight Nurse

Glendale, CO

$28.66 - $49.63/hr

IMMEDIATE HIRING!   Flight Nurse Career Opportunity * Starting Range is $28.66-$49.63 per hour ... Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS. Why Choose Med-Trans? As a leader in ...

Med-Trans Corporation

Flight Nurse

Denver, CO · On-site

$28.66 - $49.63/hr

IMMEDIATE HIRING!   Flight Nurse Career Opportunity   * Starting Range is $28.66-$49.63 per ... Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS. Why Choose Med-Trans? As a leader in ...

Med-Trans Corporation

Flight Nurse

Denver, CO

$28.66 - $49.63/hr

IMMEDIATE HIRING!   Flight Nurse Career Opportunity   * Starting Range is $28.66-$49.63 per ... Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS. Why Choose Med-Trans? As a leader in ...

Med-Trans Corporation

Flight Paramedic

Denver, CO · On-site

$21.34 - $40.99/hr

IMMEDIATE HIRING!   Flight Paramedic Career Opportunity   * Starting Range is $21.34-$40.99 per ... Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS preferred. * NREMT-P certification ...

Med-Trans Corporation

Flight Paramedic

Denver, CO · On-site

$21.34 - $40.99/hr

IMMEDIATE HIRING!   Flight Paramedic Career Opportunity   * Starting Range is $21.34-$40.99 per ... Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS preferred. * NREMT-P certification ...

Med-Trans Corporation

Flight Paramedic

Denver, CO · On-site

$21.34 - $40.99/hr

IMMEDIATE HIRING!   Flight Paramedic Career Opportunity   * Starting Range is $21.34-$40.99 per ... Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS preferred. * NREMT-P certification ...

Med-Trans Corporation

Flight Paramedic

Denver, CO · On-site

$21.34 - $40.99/hr

IMMEDIATE HIRING!   Flight Paramedic Career Opportunity   * Starting Range is $21.34-$40.99 per ... Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS preferred. * NREMT-P certification ...

Med-Trans Corporation

Flight Paramedic

Glendale, CO

$21.34 - $40.99/hr

IMMEDIATE HIRING!   Flight Paramedic Career Opportunity * Starting Range is $21.34-$40.99 per ... Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS preferred. * NREMT-P certification ...

Air Methods

Check Airman

Greenwood Village, CO

$134K/yr

Company instructor who performs an oversight, safety and qualification role for Helicopter pilots undergoing evaluation. Conducts training and flight checks in a classroom, an aircraft, or in a ...

Air Methods Pilots

Check Airman

Greenwood Village, CO · On-site

$134K/yr

Company instructor who performs an oversight, safety and qualification role for Helicopter pilots undergoing evaluation. Conducts training and flight checks in a classroom, an aircraft, or in a ...

Spartan Education

FLIGHT SCHOOL MENTOR

Broomfield, CO · On-site

$15/hr

... instructors or administrative resources • Maintains an active LinkedIn profile and is connected ... up-to-date flight records using LogTen Pro, while serving as a peer resource to help fellow ...

Air Methods

Check Airman

Greenwood Village, CO · On-site

$89K - $134K/yr

Company instructor who performs an oversight, safety and qualification role for Helicopter pilots undergoing evaluation. Conducts training and flight checks in a classroom, an aircraft, or in a ...

Air Methods

Check Airman

Greenwood Village, CO

$89K - $134K/yr

Company instructor who performs an oversight, safety and qualification role for Helicopter pilots undergoing evaluation. Conducts training and flight checks in a classroom, an aircraft, or in a ...

Air Methods

Check Airman

Greenwood Village, CO · On-site

$89K - $134K/yr

Company instructor who performs an oversight, safety and qualification role for Helicopter pilots undergoing evaluation. Conducts training and flight checks in a classroom, an aircraft, or in a ...

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How much do flight instructor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for flight instructor in Colorado is $99,494.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,600.00 and $117,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Flight Instructor vs Pilot?

AspectFlight InstructorPilot
Required CertificationsCertified Flight Instructor (CFI) certificateCommercial Pilot License (CPL) or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) license
Work EnvironmentFlight schools, training aircraft, instructional settingsAirlines, charter companies, cargo, private flights
Employer & Industry UsageFlight training academies, flight schoolsAirlines, charter services, corporate aviation

While both Flight Instructors and Pilots operate aircraft, Flight Instructors focus on training and certifying new pilots, requiring specific instructional certifications. Pilots typically operate aircraft for transportation or commercial purposes, holding higher-level licenses. The roles often overlap in aircraft operation but differ mainly in purpose and certification requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a flight instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Flight Instructor, you need comprehensive aeronautical knowledge, flight proficiency, and a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) certificate. Familiarity with flight simulators, aviation weather systems, and logbook management software is commonly required. Strong communication, patience, and the ability to adapt teaching methods to different learning styles are crucial soft skills. These capabilities ensure effective and safe pilot training, fostering student confidence and aviation safety standards.

What is a flight instructor?

A Flight Instructor teaches students to fly an aircraft utilizing in-class instruction, a flight simulator, and through test airplane flights. Flight Instructors train students on the physics of aerodynamics, how to manage the navigation and emergency systems, and provide pre- and post-flight checklists. The training process also covers radio procedures and includes practice flights. Flight Instructors are certified pilots themselves, often with hundreds or thousands of hours of flight time, and must remain current on all training and requirements.

What are some common challenges flight instructors face when working with student pilots, and how can they address them?

Flight Instructors often encounter students with varying learning styles and confidence levels, which can make it challenging to tailor lessons effectively. Weather conditions and scheduling constraints can also disrupt training plans, requiring flexibility and adaptability. To address these challenges, instructors regularly assess each student's progress, adapt their teaching techniques, and maintain clear communication to ensure safety and comprehension. Building rapport and fostering a supportive learning environment helps students overcome anxiety and develop their skills more effectively.
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Infographic showing various Flight Instructor job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, and 28% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $99,494 per year, or $47.8 per hour.

Flight Nurse

Med-Trans Corporation

Denver, CO • On-site

$28.66 - $49.63/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Job Description:

IMMEDIATE HIRING! Flight Nurse Career Opportunity  

  • Starting Range is $28.66-$49.63 per hour, Dependent on Experience
  • $18,000 Annual Area Stipend
  • Schedule requires two 24-hour shifts per week
  • Company paid crew housing while on shift

We’re hiring a Flight Nurse to work with our team of air transportation experts to safely transport patients to and from medical facilities as well as scene call work. Safety, effective and efficient patient care is a key pillar of our services, therefore you’ll work on a quality, professional team that is committed to high safety standards for the crew and our customers. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Flight Nurses will assess each situation to determine the best course of action to support, monitor and treat patients in critical care situations. 
  • Utilize critical thinking skills to manage the critically ill or injured adult or pediatric patient and support physicians’ orders. 
  • Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft environment, maintains regular equipment and base checks, and complies with safety standards and briefings.  
  • Work collaboratively and effectively communicate in a professional manner with air and ground teams, dispatch, flight crews, facilities and partners. 
  • Share shift change info to transitioning team and follow protocols to maintain accurate company and regulatory documentation and records. 
  • Nurses are accountable to maintain required certifications and ongoing training required for the position. 

Other Responsibilities: 

  • Committed to being on-time, reliable, professional, and meeting our elevated standards in safety and service.   

 

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Three years of experience in an Emergency or Adult Critical Care setting as a licensed RN.
  • Current RN license in the states served by the assigned area.
  • EMT Certification  & Trauma Certification in state(s) where required.
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP required prior to flight status (NRP certification is provided during New Hire Training).
  • Certified Registered Flight Nurse (CFRN) required within 24 months from date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior flight experience
  • Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS.

Why Choose Med-Trans? As a leader in air medical care, Med-Trans is one of Global Medical Response’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com.

GMR’s Core Behaviors—keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable—unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services.

EEO Statement:

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.

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