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Guardian Flight

Flight Paramedic

Quartzsite, AZ

FLIGHT PARAMEDIC INCENTIVES * Starting Range is $79,000-$81,000 annually * $10,000 Sign-on Bonus, payable in two installments following the end of training * Schedule is a 5 days on/10 days off ...

PHI Air Medical

Flight Paramedic

Wickenburg, AZ · On-site

Flight Paramedic Opportunity in Wickenburg, AZ Join our life-saving team in Wickenburg, AZ and take advantage of: * Sign on bonus up to $10,000! We are on the lookout for passionate Flight Paramedics ...

Phi Health, LP

Flight Paramedic

Wickenburg, AZ · On-site

We are on the lookout for passionate Flight Paramedics to join our elite crew! If you've ever dreamt of making a real impact and being part of a life-saving mission, now is your chance! We are ...

PHI Health

Flight Paramedic

Wickenburg, AZ · On-site

We are on the lookout for passionate Flight Paramedics to join our elite crew! If you've ever dreamt of making a real impact and being part of a life-saving mission, now is your chance! We are ...

PHI Health

Flight Paramedic

Wickenburg, AZ · On-site

We are on the lookout for passionate Flight Paramedics to join our elite crew! If you've ever dreamt of making a real impact and being part of a life-saving mission, now is your chance! We are ...

PHI Air Medical

Flight Paramedic

Eloy, AZ · On-site

We are on the lookout for passionate Flight Paramedics to join our elite crew! If you've ever dreamt of making a real impact and being part of a life-saving mission, now is your chance! We are ...

PHI Health

Flight Paramedic

Wickenburg, AZ · On-site

We are on the lookout for passionate Flight Paramedics to join our elite crew! If you've ever dreamt of making a real impact and being part of a life-saving mission, now is your chance! We are ...

PHI Health

Flight Paramedic

Eloy, AZ · On-site

We are on the lookout for passionate Flight Paramedics to join our elite crew! If you've ever dreamt of making a real impact and being part of a life-saving mission, now is your chance! We are ...

PHI Health

Flight Paramedic

Eloy, AZ · On-site

We are on the lookout for passionate Flight Paramedics to join our elite crew! If you've ever dreamt of making a real impact and being part of a life-saving mission, now is your chance! We are ...

PHI Health

Flight Paramedic

Wickenburg, AZ · On-site

We are on the lookout for passionate Flight Paramedics to join our elite crew! If you've ever dreamt of making a real impact and being part of a life-saving mission, now is your chance! We are ...

Intermountain Healthcare

Flight Paramedic

Bullhead City, AZ · On-site

$29.43 - $45.39/hr

Flight Paramedic The Flight Paramedic provides advanced, autonomous medical care to critically ill or injured patients during air and ground transport. This position demonstrates exceptional critical ...

PHI Health

Flight Paramedic - Yuma, AZ

Tempe, AZ · On-site

We are on the lookout for passionate Flight Paramedics to join our elite crew! If you've ever dreamt of making a real impact and being part of a life-saving mission, now is your chance! We are ...

Phi Health, LP

Flight Paramedic - Yuma, AZ

Yuma, AZ · On-site

We are on the lookout for passionate Flight Paramedics to join our elite crew! If you've ever dreamt of making a real impact and being part of a life-saving mission, now is your chance! We are ...

Intermountain Health

Flight Paramedic

Fort Mohave, AZ · On-site

$29.43 - $45.39/hr

Flight Paramedics are responsible for patient care, operational readiness, and contributing to the overall quality of the transport program. Essential Functions * Provides advanced life support ...

Imh

Flight Paramedic

Kingman, AZ · On-site

$29.43 - $45.39/hr

The Flight Paramedic provides advanced, autonomous medical care to critically ill or injured patients during air and ground transport. This position demonstrates exceptional critical thinking ...

Intermountain Health

Flight Paramedic

Fort Mohave, AZ · On-site

$29.43 - $45.39/hr

The Flight Paramedic provides advanced, autonomous medical care to critically ill or injured patients during air and ground transport. This position demonstrates exceptional critical thinking ...

Air Methods

Flight Paramedic

Kingman, AZ

$25.54 - $31.22/hr

... flight suit and boots. Skills Skills as required to practice as a paramedic as defined by assigned state scope of practice and advanced practice skills as defined by Medical Director(s) and Medical ...

Air Methods

Flight Paramedic

Kingman, AZ · On-site

$25.54 - $31.22/hr

... flight suit and boots. Skills Skills as required to practice as a paramedic as defined by assigned state scope of practice and advanced practice skills as defined by Medical Director(s) and Medical ...

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How much do flight paramedic jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for flight paramedic in Arizona is $62,924.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,300.00 and $69,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a flight paramedic?

Flight paramedics are specially trained emergency medical professionals who provide critical care to patients during air medical transport, typically via helicopter or fixed-wing aircraft. They work alongside flight nurses and pilots to stabilize and treat patients in life-threatening situations while in transit. Their responsibilities include administering advanced medical procedures, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring patient safety during flights. Flight paramedics are often required to respond quickly to emergencies such as trauma, cardiac events, or natural disasters and must be able to work effectively in high-pressure, confined environments.

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

To thrive as a Flight Paramedic, you need advanced pre-hospital emergency care skills, critical care knowledge, and certifications such as paramedic licensure, ACLS, PALS, and often FP-C or CCP-C. Familiarity with medical transport equipment, patient monitoring systems, and aviation safety protocols is essential. Exceptional decision-making, stress management, and teamwork skills help flight paramedics excel in dynamic and high-pressure environments. These skills and qualities ensure the safe, effective, and timely care of critically ill or injured patients during air medical transports.

What are some common challenges faced by flight paramedics during air medical transports?

Flight paramedics often face unique challenges such as managing critical patients in confined spaces with limited equipment, adapting to rapidly changing medical conditions during flight, and working in high-stress environments where quick decision-making is crucial. They must also coordinate closely with pilots, nurses, and ground medical teams to ensure patient safety and effective care. Environmental factors like weather, altitude, and turbulence can further complicate patient management, making adaptability and teamwork essential skills in this role.

What is the difference between Flight Paramedic vs Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)?

AspectFlight ParamedicEmergency Medical Technician (EMT)
CertificationsParamedic license, advanced certificationsEMT certification
Work EnvironmentAir medical transport, helicopters, fixed-wing aircraftGround ambulance, emergency scenes
Job ResponsibilitiesAdvanced patient care, medication administration, airway managementBasic life support, patient stabilization

Flight Paramedics and EMTs both provide emergency medical care, but Flight Paramedics have advanced training and work primarily in air medical transport, handling more complex cases. EMTs focus on basic life support and ground ambulance services. The roles differ mainly in certification level, scope of practice, and work environment, with Flight Paramedics performing more advanced procedures during air transport.

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Infographic showing various Flight Paramedic job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,924 per year, or $30.3 per hour.

Flight Paramedic

Guardian Flight

Quartzsite, AZ

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Job Description

NEW BASE COMING WINTER 2026!

FLIGHT PARAMEDIC INCENTIVES 

  • Starting Range is $79,000-$81,000 annually
  • $10,000 Sign-on Bonus, payable in two installments following the end of training
  • Schedule is a 5 days on/10 days off rotation
  • Company paid crew housing while on shift

We're hiring a Flight Paramedic 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: 

  • Responsible for completion and submission of electronic patient care record for each dispatched flight within the specified time frame
  • Responsible for daily base checks, which includes narcotic count.
  • Provide pre-hospital and intra-hospital advanced life support care from initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility maintaining thorough patient care documentation.
  • Maintains competency in knowledge and psychomotor skills by participating in ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences.
  • Maintain documentation of required licensure, certifications, continuing education, safety, and advanced procedures in the Employee Education Manual
  • Knowledgeable in use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by emergency programs.
  • Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, and the public.
  • Functions as a medical flight member.
  • Attends pre-mission briefings and mission debriefing and completes necessary documentation.
  • Assists in pre-mission liftoff checklist and Pilot assistance when needed, i.e. radio, navigational, and visual observation activities
  • Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical personnel, patient, and equipment prior to liftoff.
  • Conducts aircraft safety briefings as needed.
  • Responsible for filling open or vacant shifts within assigned area as deemed appropriate by the Regional Director

Minimum Required Qualifications: 

  • Minimum of three (3) years' experience in a 911 or critical care setting required.

 

Flight Experience Preferred Education:

  • Current EMT-P license/certification in the states served by the assigned area required.
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, trauma certification required prior to flight status.
  • Flight Paramedic-Certified (FP-C), required within 24 months from date of hire.
  • Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS preferred.
  • NREMT-P certification may be required in assigned area.

Why Choose Guardian Flight? As a leading provider of air medical services, management and experience in the air medical industry, Guardian Flight 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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Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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