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Join our life-saving team in Tucumcari, NM and take advantage of:
- Sign-On Bonus up to $100,000!
- Location Bonus up to 35%!
- Off-Duty Housing available!
Are you an exceptional pilot looking to make a real impact from the cockpit? PHI Health is seeking skilled and dedicated pilots to join our elite team. You will be at the forefront of life-saving missions, delivering critical care to those in need with speed, precision, and unwavering commitment.
Our pilots are not just aviators; they are heroes in the sky, providing rapid medical response in challenging and diverse environments. In this role, you'll experience the thrill of aviation combined with the profound satisfaction of knowing that your expertise and quick thinking can change the course of a patient's future. If you thrive under pressure, have a passion for excellence, and are ready to elevate your career to new heights, PHI Health is the place for you.
Who We Are:
PHI Health is the leading air ambulance provider in the United States. With an unmatched safety record and the best aviation, medical and communication specialists in the field, we set the standard in the air medical industry. We transport more than 22,000 patients each year from our more than 80 bases across the country, all while offering services and outreach education to local communities and leading healthcare systems. Our mission is simple: move communities to health while maintaining the highest standard of safety, period.
JOB SUMMARY
- PHI Air Medical (operating under CAMTS guidelines)
- H125 VFR/NVG (Instrument rating required)
- 24-hour operations (day/night rotation)
- If successful applicant requires aircraft transition - 1 year minimum service requirement per CBA
- Relocation package is available - If relocation package is utilized - 2 year minimum service requirement per CBA
- Off-Duty Housing provided
OTHER
- External search may run concurrently with internal job posting.
- Successful applicant will participate in community outreach programs and adhere to PHI Air Medical policies.
- Some lifting will be required to assist in the loading and unloading of patients and equipment.
- Perform line pilot duties IAW GOM.
- Support Safety Management System, Destination Zero, and other company safety campaigns.
- Work with both internal and external customers to provide safe, efficient, courteous, and reliable service.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- We offer a range of competitive pay and benefits package to keep our teams happy, healthy, and invested.
- This package includes competitive pay, shift bonuses, shift incentives, Annual Safety Bonus, Annual Employee Bonus, and much more!
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE
- Commercial and Instrument Helicopter Ratings
- First Class Medical
- CAMTS Requirement // 2,000 Total Hours // 1,500 Hours Helicopter // 1,000 Hours PIC Helicopters // 500 Hours Turbine Helicopters // 100 Hours in Unaided Night Operations or 50 Hours Unaided and 100 Hours Night Vision Goggles (NVG)
- Must meet and maintain the company’s flight personnel weight restriction policy, which limits individual weight to 235 lbs or less
- Strong Communication, Internal and External Customer Service Skills
- Interview and acceptance by customer/PHI management
- Annual Flu Vaccine not required
- Must be able to pass pre-placement physical exam including functional capacity exam (strength and flexibility assessment, lift 100 pounds to assist in the loading and unloading of patients and equipment), drug screening and background screen.
- Demonstrated Internal and External Customer Service skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
SCHEDULE/LOCATION
- Schedule 14&14; Day of week the base changes schedules, and schedule change may be required
- Off-Duty Housing provided
OUR CORE COMPETENCIES
- Safe. We are absolute in our belief in the tenets of Destination Zero and that Zero is not only achievable, but the only acceptable outcome.
- Efficient. We are focused on outcomes that are smart and responsible by making the best use of our resources to maximize overall productivity and achieve sustainable profitability as a high performing organization.
- Quality. We are committed to ensuring excellent organizational performance which produces sustainable and reliable outcomes.
- Service. We are dedicated to the service of our customers, our communities and each other.
THE PHI HEALTH ADVANTAGE
For more than 40 years, our company has been providing critical air medical transport services across the country. As an organization, we outfit each aircraft we fly with the most advanced technology, subject our crews to the most rigorous protocols and training and pioneer the most-forward thinking safety program in the country.
Everything that we do comes back to the safety of our crew and our patients. Our accident rate is well below the national average and we were the first to receive the Vision Zero Aviation Safety Award. This belief has guided us towards a number of industry firsts and has given us the highest safety rating in the industry.
Sign-On Bonus up to $100,000; Location Bonus up to 35%; Off-Duty Housing
DISCLAIMER
The above Statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
PHI, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
INTRODUCTION
Join our life-saving team in Tucumcari, NM and take advantage of:
- Sign-On Bonus up to $100,000!
- Location Bonus up to 35%!
- Off-Duty Housing available!
Are you an exceptional pilot looking to make a real impact from the cockpit? PHI Health is seeking skilled and dedicated pilots to join our elite team. You will be at the forefront of life-saving missions, delivering critical care to those in need with speed, precision, and unwavering commitment.
Our pilots are not just aviators; they are heroes in the sky, providing rapid medical response in challenging and diverse environments. In this role, you'll experience the thrill of aviation combined with the profound satisfaction of knowing that your expertise and quick thinking can change the course of a patient's future. If you thrive under pressure, have a passion for excellence, and are ready to elevate your career to new heights, PHI Health is the place for you.
Who We Are:
PHI Health is the leading air ambulance provider in the United States. With an unmatched safety record and the best aviation, medical and communication specialists in the field, we set the standard in the air medical industry. We transport more than 22,000 patients each year from our more than 80 bases across the country, all while offering services and outreach education to local communities and leading healthcare systems. Our mission is simple: move communities to health while maintaining the highest standard of safety, period.
JOB SUMMARY
- PHI Air Medical (operating under CAMTS guidelines)
- H125 VFR/NVG (Instrument rating required)
- 24-hour operations (day/night rotation)
- If successful applicant requires aircraft transition - 1 year minimum service requirement per CBA
- Relocation package is available - If relocation package is utilized - 2 year minimum service requirement per CBA
- Off-Duty Housing provided
OTHER
- External search may run concurrently with internal job posting.
- Successful applicant will participate in community outreach programs and adhere to PHI Air Medical policies.
- Some lifting will be required to assist in the loading and unloading of patients and equipment.
- Perform line pilot duties IAW GOM.
- Support Safety Management System, Destination Zero, and other company safety campaigns.
- Work with both internal and external customers to provide safe, efficient, courteous, and reliable service.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- We offer a range of competitive pay and benefits package to keep our teams happy, healthy, and invested.
- This package includes competitive pay, shift bonuses, shift incentives, Annual Safety Bonus, Annual Employee Bonus, and much more!
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE
- Commercial and Instrument Helicopter Ratings
- First Class Medical
- CAMTS Requirement // 2,000 Total Hours // 1,500 Hours Helicopter // 1,000 Hours PIC Helicopters // 500 Hours Turbine Helicopters // 100 Hours in Unaided Night Operations or 50 Hours Unaided and 100 Hours Night Vision Goggles (NVG)
- Must meet and maintain the company’s flight personnel weight restriction policy, which limits individual weight to 235 lbs or less
- Strong Communication, Internal and External Customer Service Skills
- Interview and acceptance by customer/PHI management
- Annual Flu Vaccine not required
- Must be able to pass pre-placement physical exam including functional capacity exam (strength and flexibility assessment, lift 100 pounds to assist in the loading and unloading of patients and equipment), drug screening and background screen.
- Demonstrated Internal and External Customer Service skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
SCHEDULE/LOCATION
- Schedule 14&14; Day of week the base changes schedules, and schedule change may be required
- Off-Duty Housing provided
OUR CORE COMPETENCIES
- Safe. We are absolute in our belief in the tenets of Destination Zero and that Zero is not only achievable, but the only acceptable outcome.
- Efficient. We are focused on outcomes that are smart and responsible by making the best use of our resources to maximize overall productivity and achieve sustainable profitability as a high performing organization.
- Quality. We are committed to ensuring excellent organizational performance which produces sustainable and reliable outcomes.
- Service. We are dedicated to the service of our customers, our communities and each other.
THE PHI HEALTH ADVANTAGE
For more than 40 years, our company has been providing critical air medical transport services across the country. As an organization, we outfit each aircraft we fly with the most advanced technology, subject our crews to the most rigorous protocols and training and pioneer the most-forward thinking safety program in the country.
Everything that we do comes back to the safety of our crew and our patients. Our accident rate is well below the national average and we were the first to receive the Vision Zero Aviation Safety Award. This belief has guided us towards a number of industry firsts and has given us the highest safety rating in the industry.
Sign-On Bonus up to $100,000; Location Bonus up to 35%; Off-Duty Housing
DISCLAIMER
The above Statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
PHI, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Convert your FAA certificates before applying
Foreign pilot licenses must be converted to FAA Airline Transport Pilot certificates before most U.S. carriers will advance your application. Start the conversion process early, FAA written exams, medical standards, and check rides can take months to complete.
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
H-1B eligibility requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Aviation science, aerospace engineering, or aeronautical science degrees are strong matches. A general studies or unrelated degree can trigger an RFE, so confirm your credential aligns before applying.
Target regional carriers over major airlines first
Regional carriers hire international pilots more frequently and move through the sponsorship pipeline faster than legacy majors. Many have established LCA filing histories with DOL, making the offer-to-petition timeline more predictable for H-1B candidates.
Search Migrate Mate for verified sponsoring carriers
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. airlines and aviation employers with verified LCA filing histories for pilot roles. This lets you focus applications on carriers that have already committed to sponsoring the visa category you need.
Clarify who covers H-1B filing costs upfront
H-1B filing fees are the employer's legal responsibility under DOL rules, but attorney fees can vary. Before accepting an offer, confirm in writing which costs the carrier covers so there are no surprises after you've passed your simulator evaluation.
Align your LCA prevailing wage with your seniority level
Pilot pay at U.S. carriers is heavily seniority-driven. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific crew position and base location. Cross-check the offered rate against OFLC Wage Search before the petition is filed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an airline pilot role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it's not automatic. USCIS requires the position to normally require a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field. Many carriers frame the role around aviation science or aeronautical engineering degrees. If the job description allows any bachelor's degree, USCIS may issue an RFE challenging specialty occupation status, so the employer's petition language matters significantly.
What visa options exist for foreign airline pilots seeking U.S. employment?
H-1B is the primary work visa for airline pilots when the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. TN visa is not available for pilots, as the occupation does not appear on the USMCA profession list. Australian nationals can explore the E-3 visa if the specialty occupation threshold is met. For career transitions or training programs, J-1 visa may apply through a designated sponsor organization.
Do I need an FAA certificate before a U.S. carrier will sponsor my visa?
Most U.S. carriers require a valid FAA Airline Transport Pilot certificate before extending an offer or initiating visa sponsorship. Foreign licenses alone are not sufficient for Part 121 operations. The FAA conversion process includes written exams, an aeromedical evaluation, and a check ride, all of which must typically be completed before the LCA is filed with DOL.
How do I find U.S. airlines that sponsor visas for pilot candidates?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. aviation employers with verified sponsorship histories for pilot roles, searchable by role and location. This saves significant time compared to cold-applying to carriers whose sponsorship policies are unclear.
Is airline pilot visa sponsorship affected by the H-1B annual cap?
Yes. Standard H-1B petitions for airline pilots at commercial carriers are subject to the annual cap of 65,000 visas plus 20,000 for holders of U.S. advanced degrees. The cap applies a selection process, so timing your application cycle with your FAA certification and offer timeline is critical. Cap-exempt employer categories, such as certain nonprofit aviation training organizations, are not subject to this limit.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Airline Pilot jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.