Pilot

Pilot-Rotary Wing | West Mifflin Pennsylvania, USA

• 2,000 total flight hours
• 1,500 total helicopter flight hours
• 1,000 total PIC helicopter flight hours
• 200 night flight hours (at least 100 hours unaided)
• 100 instrument hours
• 500 turbine hours
• Pilots with less than 2,000 hours may be given consideration on a case‑by‑case basis based upon prior experience and qualifications that exceed those found in the CAMTS PIC Evaluation Tool.
• Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
  • Commercial rotorcraft‑helicopter certificate with instrument rating required
  • Current second class medical license required
  • Valid and current state driver’s license required
  • Airline Transport Pilot certificate (not limited to VFR) preferred
  • Experience in helicopter EMS transport system preferred
  • Four‑year degree with aviation applications preferred
  • Commercial Pilot License (CPL) Act 34

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We are currently offering a $30,000 sign‑on bonus for a 3‑year commitment!

The Pilot in Command functions as a member of the critical care transport team. The Pilot in Command is responsible for, and is the final authority over, the safe operation of the assigned aircraft on all flights released and operated by the STAT Med Evac system. Responsibilities include ensuring aircraft airworthiness, currency of all FAA required qualifications and publications, and safe conduct of flight operations in accordance with CEM policies and procedures and FAA regulations.

The Pilot in Command is expected to exercise independent judgment in order to provide the safest and most efficient air transportation of CEM patients in a highly challenging and rapidly changing operational environment. The Pilot in Command functions as a part of a team and shares responsibility for the team’s conduct. The Pilot in Command fulfills training and safety requirements as established by the STAT Med Evac Director of Operations, Chief Pilot, Director of Safety, and Director of Training, and performs other duties as assigned.

Supports and upholds the mission, goals, and objectives of the STAT Med Evac system at all times.

• Reports for work well rested and fit for duty.
• Adheres to the drug and alcohol policy at all times, including FAA requirements regarding the use of over‑the‑counter and prescription medications.
• Reports for duty in sufficient time to perform all duties required to accept a flight and receive a release number no later than the beginning of the scheduled shift.
• Coordinates with flight followers regarding currency, duty time, aircraft, and weather status: confirms NOTAMS, updates weather status as necessary, ensures all regulatory requirements for duty day and crew rest are met; debriefs with flight followers as necessary.
• Responds promptly and efficiently to all requests for service, with highest consideration given to safety of flight.
• Supports continuity of service through flexibility in scheduling and base assignment, and assists with coverage both at assigned base and system‑wide.
• Actively participates in development of the CEM safety culture; ensures the safety of all patients and personnel functioning in and around the aircraft.
• Utilizes appropriate safety channels to report safety concerns, and utilizes available tools to enhance a safe work environment.
• Completes all official documentation accurately and in a timely manner, including payroll, expense reports, training forms, etc.
• Completes all post‑flight recordkeeping and paperwork accurately and in a timely fashion, including filing hazard or incident reports, ASAP reports, etc., as necessary, and ensures familiarity with appropriate software/hardware for required tasks.
• Possesses thorough knowledge of the STAT Med Evac policies and procedures and assists in meeting operational goals and objectives.
• Provides adequate notice of requested PTO, trade days, etc. to ensure schedule coverage; maintains ultimate responsibility for coverage of assigned shifts.
• Selects and uses personal protective equipment appropriate to the level of the anticipated hazard.
• Performs all assigned duties, including…