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Rural Metro Fire Department

Flight Nurse

Kailua, HI · On-site

$115 - $165/hr

Flight Nurse - Starting at $115,000-$165,000+ DOE IMMEDIATE HIRING! Flight NURSE Opportunity We're ... support physicians' orders. * Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft ...

Air Evac Lifeteam

Flight Nurse

Big Spring, TX · On-site

$28.66/hr

Flight Nurse Opportunity in Big Spring, TX * Starting pay at $28.66 hourly + DOE * $8.33 Hourly ... support physicians' orders. * Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft ...

Air Evac Lifeteam

Flight Nurse

Lawton, OK · On-site

$28.66/hr

Flight Nurse IMMEDIATE HIRING! Flight Nurse Opportunity in Anadarko, OK * Starting pay at $28.66 ... support physicians' orders. * Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft ...

Air Evac Lifeteam

Flight Nurse

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$28.66/hr

Flight Nurse IMMEDIATE HIRING! Flight Nurse Opportunity in Anadarko, OK * Starting pay at $28.66 ... support physicians' orders. * Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft ...

Rural Metro Fire Department

Flight Nurse

Nevada, IA · On-site

$104 - $133/hr

FLIGHT NURSE INCENTIVES * Starting Range $104,000-$133,000 annually, dependent on experience ... physicians' orders. * Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well‑stocked aircraft ...

Air Evac Lifeteam

Flight Nurse

Childress, TX · On-site

$28.66/hr

Flight Nurse IMMEDIATE HIRING! Flight Nurse Opportunity in Anadarko, OK * Starting pay at $28.66 ... support physicians' orders. * Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft ...

Rural Metro Fire Department

Flight Nurse

Quartzsite, AZ · On-site

$92 - $95/hr

FLIGHT NURSE INCENTIVES * Starting Range $92,000-$95,000 annually * $10,000 Sign-on Bonus payable ... support physicians' orders. * Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft ...

Air Evac Lifeteam

Flight Nurse

Milledgeville, GA · On-site

$28.66/hr

Flight Nurse IMMEDIATE HIRING! Flight Nurse Opportunity in Milledgeville, GA * Starting pay at $28 ... support physicians' orders. * Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft ...

Air Evac Lifeteam

Flight Nurse

Childress, TX · On-site

$28.66/hr

Flight Nurse IMMEDIATE HIRING! Flight Nurse Opportunity in Anadarko, OK * Starting pay at $28.66 ... support physicians' orders. * Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft ...

Global Medical Response

Flight Nurse

Kamuela, HI · On-site

$112K - $116K/yr

FLIGHT NURSE INCENTIVES * Starting Range $112,000-$116,000 annually * Schedule is a 10 days on/20 ... support physicians' orders. * Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft ...

Rural Metro Fire Department

Flight Nurse

Gallup, NM · On-site

$98 - $101/hr

FLIGHT NURSE INCENTIVES * Starting Range $98,000-$101,000 annually * $10,000 Sign-on Bonus payable ... support physicians' orders. * Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft ...

Air Evac Lifeteam

Flight Nurse

Thomasville, GA · On-site

$28.09/hr

Flight Nurse - Starting at $28.09+ DOE We're hiring a Flight Nurse to work with our team of air ... support physicians' orders. * Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft ...

Global Medical Response

Flight Nurse

Battle Mountain, NV · On-site

$104K - $133K/yr

FLIGHT NURSE INCENTIVES * Starting Range $104,000-$133,000 annually, dependent on experience ... support physicians' orders. * Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft ...

AIRMED INTERNATIONAL

Flight Nurse

San Antonio, TX

$34 - $54/hr

Flight Nurse Opportunity in SAN ANTONIO, TX * Pay range $34.00-$54.00 hourly DOE We're hiring a ... support physicians' orders. * Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft ...

Air Evac Lifeteam

Flight Nurse

Big Spring, TX · On-site

$28.66/hr

Flight Nurse Opportunity in Big Spring, TX * Starting pay at $28.66 hourly + DOE * $8.33 Hourly ... support physicians' orders. * Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft ...

Air Evac Lifeteam

Flight Nurse

Troy, TN · On-site

Flight Nurse IMMEDIATE HIRING! Flight Nurse Opportunity in Obion County, TN Starting at $28.09 ... physicians' orders. • Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft ...

Air Evac Lifeteam

Flight Nurse

Elk City, OK

$28.66/hr

Flight Nurse IMMEDIATE HIRING! Flight Nurse Opportunity in Anadarko, OK * Starting pay at $28.66 ... support physicians' orders. * Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft ...

Air Evac Lifeteam

Flight Nurse

Paducah, KY · On-site

Flight Nurse Opportunity in Paducah, KY. Starting at $28.09 + DOE, with an additional $5 Geo ... support physicians' orders. Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well-stocked aircraft ...

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How much do flight physician jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for flight physician in the United States is $198,314.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,500.00 and $320,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a flight physician?

Flight physicians are medical doctors who provide emergency and critical care to patients during air transport, such as on helicopters or fixed-wing aircraft. They are specially trained to handle medical emergencies in the unique environment of flight, where resources may be limited and patient conditions can be unstable. Their responsibilities include stabilizing and monitoring patients, administering advanced life support, and coordinating with ground medical teams to ensure continuity of care. Flight physicians often work with flight nurses and paramedics as part of an aeromedical team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a flight physician?

To thrive as a Flight Physician, you need advanced medical training (such as board certification in emergency or critical care medicine), pre-hospital care experience, and licensure to practice medicine. Familiarity with aeromedical equipment, in-flight monitoring systems, and certifications like Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) are typically required. Critical thinking, calmness under pressure, and strong teamwork and communication skills are essential soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure the safe delivery of high-quality patient care in unpredictable and challenging airborne environments.

What are the typical challenges faced by a flight physician when providing care during air medical transports?

Flight Physicians often encounter unique challenges such as managing critically ill or injured patients in confined, noisy, and sometimes turbulent environments. They must make rapid clinical decisions with limited diagnostic resources while ensuring patient safety during altitude changes. Effective communication is crucial, as they collaborate closely with flight nurses, paramedics, and pilots to coordinate care and adapt quickly to evolving situations. Additionally, Flight Physicians must be prepared for a wide range of medical emergencies and maintain composure under pressure.

What is the difference between Flight Physician vs Emergency Medicine Physician?

AspectFlight PhysicianEmergency Medicine Physician
CredentialsMedical Degree, Medical License, often additional certifications in aviation or critical careMedical Degree, Medical License, Board Certification in Emergency Medicine
Work EnvironmentAir ambulance, helicopters, fixed-wing aircraft, remote locationsHospital emergency departments, urgent care centers
Employer & IndustryAir medical services, hospitals with transport teamsHospitals, emergency clinics, urgent care facilities

Flight Physicians and Emergency Medicine Physicians both require medical degrees and licenses. Flight Physicians specialize in providing medical care during air transport, often working in aircraft and remote settings. Emergency Medicine Physicians work primarily in hospital emergency departments, managing acute illnesses and injuries. While their skills overlap in critical care, their work environments and specific roles differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Flight Physician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 12% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $198,314 per year, or $95.3 per hour.

Flight Nurse

Rural Metro Fire Department

Kailua, HI • On-site

$115 - $165/hr

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Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Flight Nurse – Starting at $115,000-$165,000+ DOE

IMMEDIATE HIRING! Flight NURSE Opportunity

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 settingas a licensed RN.
  • Current RN license in the states served by the assigned area.
  • EMT Certification in state(s)where required.
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP required prior to flight status (NRP certification is provided during New Hire Training).
  • Trauma Certification where required
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior flight experience.
  • Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS.
Other Qualifications:
  • Advanced Certification (CEN, CCRN, CFRN) required within 24 months from date of hire.
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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