EMS Helicopter Pilot - Brainerd
Brainerd, MN
Posting Date: Sep 14 2026
Requisition Number: 514588
About this position
The Pilot is responsible for the safety and efficient conduct of the flight assignment.
Must be able and willing to execute the duties of a SPIFR Captain in actual IMC conditions.
$15,000 Sign-on Bonus & $30,000 Retention Bonus after 3 years:
This position is eligible for a sign on bonus. Current team members or former team members employed by North Memorial Health, Maple Grove Health or Blaze Health in the last six (6) months are not eligible to receive a sign on bonus. Sign-on bonuses have a repayment commitment, and a prorated repayment is required if the commitment is not fulfilled
Requirements
Education
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• FAA Commercial Rotorcraft Certification, ATP Preferred.
• Helicopter Instrument Rating
• Current FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate
Experience
• 1500 hours helicopter or 2000 total flight hours with a minimum of 1200 helicopter hours
• 1000 Hours PIC in rotorcraft
• 500 Hours Cross Country
• 75 Hours Actual or Simulated Instruments (50 hours in actual flight)
• 500 Hours Turbine Time
• 50 hours unaided night if the pilot has 100 hours aided
Licensure/Certification
• FAA airline transport pilot or commercial pilot licensed with helicopter and instrument rating (helicopter)
• Must pass and obtain a FAA Class I medical exam on semi/biannual basis
• Must pass drug and alcohol testing at initial hiring and then on a random testing basis
• Valid Class D Driver's license in the state of residency with an acceptable driving record
The North Memorial Health System is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may still be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Work Group: Non Contract
Hours per two week pay period: 80
Shift: Day/Night 12 hours
Weekend Requirement: Every Other Weekend
Call Requirement: None
Remote or On-site: On-site
FLSA Status: Exempt
Benefit Eligibility: Health insurance benefits are available for this position. North Memorial Health offers multiple health plans based on work group eligibility.
Salary Range: N26 ($46.76 - $70.14), based on experience
$15,000 Sign-on Bonus
$30,000 Retention Bonus
Shift Differential: Compensation may include shift differential pay depending on the position and shift worked.
Employment Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position
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