Boston MedFlight — Bedford, Massachusetts
Estimated salary for Commercial Pilots (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025): $84,540–$190,440 per year, median $123,220. The employer did not provide a pay range for this listing.
Position Overview: Air ambulance helicopter pilot responsible for the safe and efficient operation of helicopter air transport missions, including emergency medical flights, interfacility transfers, and scene responses. This role requires exceptional flying skills, sound judgment under pressure, and a commitment to the safety of patients, crew, and aircraft. The pilot operates in single-pilot, VFR and IFR conditions, and collaborates closely with clinical and operational staff to support Boston MedFlight’s mission of critical care transport. Essential Responsibilities: Flight Operations: • Safely operate helicopter aircraft in accordance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), including single-pilot VFR and IFR operations.
• Conduct thorough pre- and post-flight inspections ensuring airworthiness and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor aircraft systems and weather to assess flight risks and make real-time go/no-go decisions.
Emergency Response: • Respond promptly to medical transport requests including emergency scene calls and interfacility transfers.
• Collaborate with medical teams to ensure the safe and efficient loading and unloading of patients and medical equipment.
Communication: • Maintain clear and timely communication with Air Traffic Control, ground support, medical teams, and dispatch centers.
• Provide continuous updates on flight progress, delays, or safety concerns.
Navigation and Route Planning: • Plan and file appropriate flight routes considering weather, airspace, NOTAMs, fuel requirements, and terrain.
• Utilize GPS, radar, and other navigation tools to ensure safe routing and efficient operations.
Safety and Compliance: • Strictly adhere to Boston MedFlight’s General Operations Manual (GOM), Safety Management System (SMS), and company policies.
• Participate in safety briefings, audits, training programs, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Foster and support a just culture and safety-first environment.
Maintenance and Reporting: • Document and report all discrepancies or mechanical concerns in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with aviation maintenance personnel to ensure aircraft readiness.
• Maintain accurate flight and maintenance logs, reports, and documentation per regulatory and company standards.
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