Medical Airlift Communications Lead Airlift Northwest

Job Description

INTERVIEWS TO BEGIN THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 7 2026

Airlift Northwest - Communications Center has an outstanding opportunity for a Medical Airlift Communications Lead

WORK SCHEDULE

• 90% FTE
• Variable Shifts

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

Airlift Northwest is the regions premier critical care transport service providing rotor-wing fixed-wing and ground critical care transport operations across a complex multi-state system.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Regularly assign instruct and check the work of others
• Oversee the day-to-day operations within the assigned program area ensuring that all activities support the overall mission and adhere to established protocols
• This position is a working lead with focus on communication center operations and may need to assist with floor operations when needed

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead specific operational areas or programs as assigned ensuring alignment with the Communications Centers goals and standards
• Assist the Communications Center supervisor and/or manager by overseeing specific tasks and initiatives within the assigned area
• Ensure timeliness and accuracy in all communication and logistical processes fostering a culture of efficiency and reliability within the team focusing on patient care and safety
• Monitor staff on comprehension of and training needs regarding regulatory compliance for HIPAA billing/reimbursement requirements for Medicare/Medicaid other third-party payers and regulatory agencies
• Collaborate with Communications Center staff Communications Center management regional operations managers and other departments to improve and coordinate services between the service areas

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelors degree or related field AND one year of experience in management or supervision in a health care setting.

Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license certification and/or registration.

ABOUT AIRLIFT NORTHWEST

Airlift Northwest is dedicated to providing safe efficient and compassionate air medical transport for critically ill and injured infants children and adults 24 hours a day 7 days a week. The regions first air medical transport service Airlift Northwest has flown more than 100000 patients since its founding in 1982. Its helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft are strategically located at eight bases throughout the Pacific Northwest and Southeast Alaska. On-board medical experts handle everything from advanced cardiac life support to neonatal resuscitation all while flying patients to the best available care for their condition.

Compensation Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$32.16 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$46.03 hourly

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position visit Work Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

90.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory

ABOUT UW MEDICINE WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region and preparing tomorrows physiciansscientistsand other health professionals.

All acrossUW Medicine our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful welcoming environment where every patient familystudentand colleague is valued and 29000healthcare professionals researchers and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center UW Medical Center - Montlake UW Medical Center - Northwest UW Medicine Primary Care UW Physicians UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.