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LifeFlight Wilson Ground Job Summary: Independently works off assessment skills to activate patient care protocols to deliver patient care within the Tennessee paramedic scope of practice within the ...

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How much do lifeflight jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for lifeflight in the United States is $26.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Lifeflight professional?

Lifeflight professionals are highly trained medical and aviation personnel who provide emergency air transport for critically ill or injured patients. They typically include flight paramedics, flight nurses, and pilots who work together to deliver rapid medical care and transportation to hospitals. Lifeflight teams are equipped to handle a variety of emergencies, offering advanced life support and critical care during transport. Their goal is to ensure patients receive timely and expert care, especially in situations where ground transportation would be too slow or inaccessible.

What are some common challenges faced by Lifeflight crew members, and how do teams typically address them?

Lifeflight crew members often encounter high-pressure situations, unpredictable work hours, and challenging environments such as inclement weather or difficult landing sites. Effective communication and teamwork are critical in managing these challenges, as crews rely on clear protocols and mutual support during missions. Regular training, debriefings, and access to mental health resources also help teams maintain readiness and resilience. Many organizations foster a strong safety culture and encourage open communication to continuously improve operations.

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

To thrive in a LifeFlight role, you need advanced clinical expertise in critical care or emergency medicine, typically supported by licensure as a registered nurse, paramedic, or respiratory therapist and relevant certifications such as ACLS, PALS, and possibly CFRN or FP-C. Familiarity with specialized transport equipment, ventilators, and electronic medical records is crucial for patient care during air or ground transport. Strong decision-making, communication, and teamwork skills are vital for managing high-stress, rapidly changing situations. These abilities ensure patient safety and the delivery of effective, timely care during lifesaving medical transports.

What is the difference between Lifeflight vs Paramedic?

AspectLifeflightParamedic
CredentialsEMT-B, EMT-Paramedic, RN, or specialized flight certificationsEMT-B, EMT-Paramedic, or Advanced EMT certifications
Work EnvironmentHelicopter or fixed-wing aircraft, often in emergency scenes or hospitalsAmbulances, emergency scenes, hospitals
Employer & IndustryAir ambulance services, hospitals, emergency response teamsAmbulance services, hospitals, EMS agencies

While both Lifeflight and Paramedics provide critical emergency medical care, Lifeflight involves air transportation and requires specialized certifications for flying. Paramedics typically work on ground ambulances providing pre-hospital care. The main difference lies in the work environment and the level of medical intervention during transport.

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Infographic showing various Lifeflight job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 12% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $54,791 per year, or $26.3 per hour.

LifeFlight Ground AEMT PRN - Wilson Co.

Vanderbilt Health

Lebanon, TN • On-site

Part-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 5 days ago


Vanderbilt University Medical Center rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 257 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

232nd of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Discover Vanderbilt Health: With eight hospitals and over 180 clinics, we are the region's largest comprehensive academic health system. Vanderbilt Health has a long tradition of providing world-class care to the people of the Mid-South, living out our mission of moving medicine forward through preeminent programs in patient care, education and research. Here you'll find a spirit of collaboration and a supportive community where your expertise is valued, your knowledge expanded and your uniqueness celebrated. We are committed to fostering an environment where talented, compassionate people are united in bringing the most advanced care to our neighbors throughout the region.
Organization:
LifeFlight Wilson Ground
Job Summary:
Independently works off assessment skills to activate patient care protocols to deliver patient care within his/her full scope of practice as defined by the state of Tennessee and LifeFlight's scope of practice. Maintains compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. Safety transport patients utilizing Vanderbilt and Unit specific safety, policy and procedure and accreditation standards. Maintains equipment per regulatory and compliance standards. Responsible for effective communication to ensure safe and quality patient care with team, transport and handover.
LifeFlight Ground EMS started with a single ambulance in the fall of 2011, and after several expansions now includes a fleet pf 21 Advance Life Support (ALS) equipped ground ambulances operating from five locations in the Middle Tennessee areas: Nashville, Wilson County (Lebanon), Coffee County (Tullahoma), Montgomery County (Clarksville) and, Bedford County (adjacent to Vanderbilt Bedford). These ambulances predominantly focus on interfacility transfers and discharges from Vanderbilt affiliated medical facilities, with the ability to also support non- Vanderbilt facilities.
Shifts: Variable (12) hour shifts to include some night, weekend and holidays
7a-7p everyday
Key Responsibilities:
  • Complete documentation of transports/patient care performed using Vanderbilt and Unit specific compliance policy.
  • Safely transport patients utilizing Vanderbilt and Unit specific safety policy and accreditation standards. Maintains equipment per regulatory and compliance standards.
  • Communicate/collaborates effectively to meet patient and team needs.
  • The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

Technical Capabilities:
  • Assessing, Intervening & Stabilizing Patients (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate assessing, intervening and stabilizing patients in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Generally works under the direction of others while accomplishing assignments.
  • Drug Interactions (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate knowledge of Drug Interactions in practical applications of moderate difficulty.
  • Emergency Management (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate emergency management in practical applications of moderate difficulty.
  • Critical Thinking (Novice): Displays clarity, accuracy, precision, consistency, relevance, and sound evidence in the successful completion of tasks and projects. Demonstrates rational and disciplined thought as manifested in results.

Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings.
These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health's reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South.
Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion.
Core Accountabilities:
* Organizational Impact: Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance. * Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems. * Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedure that apply to your own job. * Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry level co-workers.
Core Capabilities :
Supporting Colleagues : Develops Self and Others: Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas.- Communicates Effectively: Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Delivering Excellent Services: - Serves Others with Compassion: Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service.- Solves Complex Problems: Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns in a timely manner. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department. Managing Resources Effectively : - Demonstrates Accountability: Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error. Fostering Innovation : - Generates New Ideas: Willingly proposes/accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them. - Applies Technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. - Adapts to Change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.
Position Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
Certifications:
LIC-Driver's License - Tennessee, LIC-Emergency Medical Technician Advanced - Licensure-Others
Work Experience:
Relevant Work Experience
Experience Level :
Less than 1 year
Education:
High School Diploma or GED (Required)
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.
Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.

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