EMS Helicopter Pilot: Sign-On Bonus & 12-Hour Shifts

Helicopter Jobs; Murphysboro (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision

Competitive 401(k)

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Company-Paid Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Business Travel Accident Insurance

Relocation Assistance

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Air Methods in Murphysboro, IL is seeking exceptional pilots to join our air medical transport team. The role involves ensuring aircraft airworthiness, complying with FAR/AIM/GOM, and delivering safe patient transport for our communities.

The position emphasizes safety, 24/7 operations, and a strong work-life balance, with a competitive pay scale and comprehensive benefits. Internal bidding and shift patterns are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Air Methods requires FAA flight qualifications including 2000 total flight hours with 1500 in category.
• 1000 PIC hours in category and 500 rotor wing turbine experience.
• Flight crew must meet physical requirements (weight cap 250 lbs) and be under 70 years old.

Responsibilities

• Operates Air Methods aircraft safely and legally.
• Completes pre-flight checks and Daily Flight Log sign-off.
• Maintains final authority on aircraft operations and safety.
• Familiar with backup aircraft and medical interior systems.
• Completes required documentation for each flight.
• Conducts detailed flight planning with short notice.
• Participates in meetings, projects, committees, and outreach.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

2000 total flight hours (1500 in cat)

1000 PIC hours in category

500 rotor wing turbine hours

200 cross-country hours; 50 night

100 night PIC hours or 50 NVG time

Weight limit 250 lbs max

Age under 70

Current category within last 24 months

Education

AA degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Air Methods in Murphysboro, IL is seeking exceptional pilots to join our air medical transport team. The role involves ensuring aircraft airworthiness, complying with FAR/AIM/GOM, and delivering safe patient transport for our communities.

The position emphasizes safety, 24/7 operations, and a strong work-life balance, with a competitive pay scale and comprehensive benefits. Internal bidding and shift patterns are part of the role.