Helicopter Pilot

Rotor Wing Pilot - Mercy One Air Med Des Moines, IAEMS Air Medical Aircraft: B429 (IFR)$40,000 Annual Stipend

Experience Stipend:
Up To $12,000

Off-Duty Housing

$15,000 Sign-on Bonus Available

AIR METHODS: GO ABOVE AND BEYOND HERE! As the leader in the air medical industry, Air Methods seeks exceptional pilots to partner with us to serve our communities. We are committed to providing air medical transport resources to our communities 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, while providing our pilots with work life balance, 7 days on/7 days off (12-hour shifts).

Our #1 objective is to ensure safety to/from every time, so come join our growing and high-performing culture, sparked by teammates who deliver on being the best!

Location
Des Moines, Iowa holds a distinct charm that sets it apart as a special city. As the state capital and the largest city in Iowa, Des Moines seamlessly blends urban vibrancy with a welcoming sense of community. Renowned for its Midwestern hospitality, the city offers a high quality of life and a cost of living that is notably reasonable. Beyond its friendly atmosphere, Des Moines boasts a thriving arts and culture scene, with a range of museums, galleries, and theaters that cater to diverse interests.

The city's thoughtful urban planning is evident in its well-maintained parks, picturesque riverfront, and interconnected trail systems, promoting an active lifestyle and a deep connection to nature. With its blend of warm hospitality, cultural vitality, economic growth, and recreational opportunities, Des Moines stands as a unique and special destination in the heart of the Midwest.

Job Summary Responsible to ensure aircraft and weather conditions are airworthy to transport medical crew and patient to receiving hospital within an assigned operational area. Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), General Operations Manual guidelines (GOM), and thorough knowledge of Air Methods policies and procedures.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

• Operates Air methods aircraft in a safe and legal manner.
• Completes pre-flight before every flight verifying the aircraft is in an airworthy condition by sign off of Daily Flight Log. Pilots will perform a complete walk around of the aircraft prior to entering the cockpit for flight and upon completion of each flight.
• Final authority with regard to operations of aircraft and for the safety of passengers, cargo and equipment.
• Must be thoroughly familiar with all aircraft and medical systems of backup aircraft utilized at operational area and also ensures that the medical flight team is familiar and comfortable with the medical interior and systems.
• Responsible for completion of required documentation.
• Able to conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards.
• Participates regularly in Air Methods meetings, activities, projects, committees and community outreach.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Regular scheduled attendance
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling: 10%
  Subject to applicable laws and Air Method's policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods' employment practices and policies.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the…