Job Description
Job DescriptionAbout the Opportunity:
Join our client, a leading provider of air medical transportation services, as a Helicopter Air Ambulance Pilot based in London, Kentucky. In this critical role, you'll fly life-saving missions, providing rapid emergency medical transport alongside highly skilled medical professionals. This opportunity is ideal for experienced helicopter pilots who thrive in high-pressure environments, are passionate about aviation excellence, and are committed to making a meaningful difference in the communities they serve.
Based in London, KY, you'll enjoy a rewarding career with an organization that prioritizes safety, teamwork, and professional development. With a sign-on bonus of up to $100,000, off-duty housing provided, relocation assistance, and a competitive compensation package, this role offers the chance to combine your aviation expertise with a purpose-driven mission.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct Helicopter Air Ambulance (HAA) operations in accordance with CAMTS guidelines.
- Serve as Pilot-in-Command (Captain) flying the EC135 SPIFR/NVG aircraft.
- Perform line pilot duties in accordance with company operating procedures.
- Operate safely during 24-hour operations, including day and night rotations.
- Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, CAMTS standards, and company operating procedures.
- Assist with loading and unloading patients and medical equipment when required.
- Support the company's Safety Management System and ongoing safety initiatives.
- Collaborate with flight crews, medical personnel, dispatch, and external partners to deliver safe, efficient, and reliable service.
- Participate in community outreach and educational programs.
- Maintain professionalism while providing exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Qualified on the VE7A certificate.
- Commercial Helicopter Pilot Certificate.
- Instrument Helicopter Rating.
- ATP certificate (required within 12 months of hire if not currently held).
- FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
- Meet CAMTS minimum flight experience requirements:
- 2,000 total flight hours.
- 1,500 helicopter flight hours.
- 1,000 Pilot-in-Command (PIC) helicopter hours.
- 500 turbine helicopter hours.
- 100 hours unaided night operations or 50 hours unaided night plus 100 hours Night Vision Goggle (NVG) experience.
- 100 hours instrument flight time (actual and simulated).
- Ability to meet the company's flight crew weight restriction policy (235 lbs. or less).
- Strong verbal communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to successfully complete interviews with company leadership and operational partners.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, functional capacity exam, drug screening, and background check.
- Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. with assistance while loading and unloading patients and equipment.
Benefits & Perks:
- Sign-on bonus of up to $100,000.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Shift incentives and differential pay.
- Annual Safety Bonus.
- Annual Employee Bonus.
- Off-duty housing provided.
- Relocation assistance available (service commitment applies).
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
- 7-on / 7-off work schedule.
- Opportunity to fly advanced EC135 aircraft on life-saving missions.
- Industry-leading training and ongoing professional development.
Additional Information:
- Schedule: 7-on / 7-off rotation with 24-hour operations.
- Off-duty housing is provided.
- Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.
- Applicants requiring aircraft transition training must complete a one-year service commitment.
- Candidates utilizing relocation assistance must complete a two-year service commitment.
- Successful candidates will participate in community outreach programs and support company safety initiatives.
- Annual influenza vaccination is not required.
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