IFR Pilot, S76 First Officer

IFR Pilot, S76 First Officer

Join our life‑saving team in Kansas City, MO and take advantage of a sign‑on bonus up to $50,000 — this offer won’t last long! Apply today!

Are you ready to elevate your career to new heights? PHI Health is looking for dynamic, driven individuals to join our team. We are committed to providing top‑tier emergency medical services with unmatched speed and efficiency, saving lives when every second counts. By supporting our mission from the ground, you will play a crucial role in orchestrating the seamless operations that keep our advanced fleet soaring and our patients safe.

With PHI Health you’ll collaborate with the best minds in the industry, driving initiatives that enhance our services and expand our reach to those who need it most. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive on challenges, PHI Health offers an extraordinary opportunity to impact lives and develop your professional career in a meaningful way.

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.

Under the general direction of the Area Manager, Operations Manager EMS, Chief Pilot, Director of Operations, and the Manager of Scheduling Department and supervision of the Lead Pilot operates PHI’s helicopter for the purpose of transporting critically ill or injured patients, and for maintenance or administrative flights. Accepts flights after considering safety, weather, mechanical status, aircraft performance, airport environment and FAA compliance.

Conducts all operations in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with PHI, Inc. Operations Manual and PHI, Inc. Policies and Procedures Manual.

• PHI Air Medical (operating under CAMTS guidelines)
• Helicopter Air Ambulance (HAA) operations
• First Officer S76 2‑Pilot Crew IFR/NVG (Instrument rating required)
• 24‑hour operations (day/night rotation)
• If successful applicant requires aircraft transition – 1 year minimum service requirement
• Relocation package available – 2 year minimum service requirement if used
• Housing will not be provided

• Ensure all paperwork is finished in a neat and accurate manner.
• Keep the Lead Pilot/Area Manager informed of the operational status of his/her aircraft and make sure the aircraft is airworthy before, during and after the flight.
• Represent PHI in a professional manner which includes being neat in appearance and courteous to all internal and external customers.
• Comply with other duties as assigned by supervisors.
• Report all aircraft mechanical malfunctions by entering them in the aircraft engineering logbook.
• Communicate mission status elements including itineraries, estimated time of arrival, etc., with medical crew, passengers, Communication Center, and Maintenance as appropriate.
• Load and unload stretcher patients and/or isolette onto aircraft.
• Complete written logs and reports as required by the company and the FAA.
• Support company Safety Management System activities.
• Any other duties as assigned.

• High school GED required.
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument qualification and meet PHI’s total flight time requirements.
• Strong customer service aptitude.
• Current Class II FAA Medical Certificate.
• 2000 Hrs. Total (1500 Hrs Helicopter).
• 1000 Hrs. PIC Helicopters.
• Must meet and maintain weight restriction limit for flight personnel according to policy.
• Ability to communicate verbally, effectively, and clearly in person and by radio.
• Must be able to pass pre‑placement physical exam including functional capacity exam (strength and flexibility assessment, lift 100 pounds) drug screening and background screen.

• 7 & 7
• Must reside within 1-hour or less commute of base.