Float Rotor Wing Pilot in Command

19300 Intermountain Medical Transport LLC; United States; On-site; USD 104,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

Float stipend

Travel reimbursement

Full benefits

Multiple bases

Career development

7-on/7-off schedule

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a Float Air Ambulance Pilot to deliver rapid patient transport with a focus on safety and teamwork. You will operate during 7-on/7-off schedules, across multiple bases, and mentor peers while adhering to FAA regulations and company policies.

The role offers a base salary from $100,000 to $173,000 plus stipends and benefits, with travel reimbursements and ongoing development opportunities. Residency near Las Vegas or Salt Lake City is preferred.

Qualifications

• FAA pilot certificates and medical required for role.
• Total flight time and cross-country requirements as listed.
• Night and instrument time must meet stated minimums.

Responsibilities

• Operate aircraft safely under FAA regs and Intermountain policies.
• Preflight planning with effective team communication.
• Maintain regulatory knowledge and participate in safety reviews.
• Mentor pilots and support base functions as Lead/Instructor.

Skills

Aviation decision making

Weather interpretation

Flight training

Aircraft operations

Flight operations communications

Preflight planning

Crew/single pilot RM

Education

Commercial Pilot Certificate w/ Instrument Rating / ATP

FAA Second-Class Medical Certificate (or higher)

2000 hours total helicopter CAMTS equiv

100 hours cross-country, 25 night

75 instrument hours (actual or simulated)

100 hours unaided night flight

135.293 ride completion within 60 days

Job description

Job Description: As a Float Air Ambulance Pilot, you are the critical link in delivering rapid, life-saving transportation for patients in need. Your expertise ensures the safety of the medical team and patients during every flight. In this role, you’ll combine technical aviation skills with a commitment to excellence, contributing directly to your community by supporting vital emergency medical services. The Rotor Wing Pilot is responsible for safe and effective aircraft operations using established methods and procedures and in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations and manufacturer's recommendations. Float Pilots will be responsible for travel to their home base - Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, Denver Metro preferred.

Benefits of the Float PIC Role

• Base annual salary: $100,000–$173,000 depending on experience
• Bi-weekly float stipend
• Travel and meal reimbursement
• Fully benefits eligible
• Support multiple bases throughout the region and collaborate with diverse operational teams
• Multiple aircraft types and operating environments
• Expanded career development opportunities
• 7-on / 7-off flexible schedule

Essential Functions

• Accountable to safely and effectively operate aircraft in accordance with federal regulations, manufacturer's recommendations, and Intermountain policies.
• Demonstrates effective, independent critical thinking process in preflight planning and aircraft operations.
• Accountable for maintaining an in-depth knowledge and understanding of aviation regulations, policies and procedures.
• Communicates in an effective and timely manner with team members, communication specialists, and patient/family members.
• Coordinates and effectively communicates decision making process with team members where possible and appropriate.
• Ensures that aircraft is clean and functioning appropriately.
• Maintains a safe environment for self, team members, and patients.
• Evaluates transports according to criteria and guidelines as defined by service.
• Actively seeks to develop self.
• Actively seeks to foster education and development of peers.
• Present/participates in selected flight reviews.
• Participates in the education of team members.
• Serves as a resource to discuss transports, flight operations, and/or other work-related questions/concerns/issues.
• Uses non-transport time for work-related/professional development activities.
• Assists medical crewmembers, including moving bags, directing and participating in on-loading and off-loading patients, replenishing aircraft oxygen and engine oil, and other duties as needed.
• When acting as a Lead Pilot, accountable for assisting with administering and managing satellite base functions and activities.
• Additional accountability for taking corrective action as necessary whenever deviations from established rules, procedures and policies have occurred.
• As an Instructor Pilot and/or Check Pilot accountable for evaluating pilot flight performance, accurate and timely documentation and ongoing training program assessment and quality improvement.
• As a Mentor Pilot acting under the Company Pilot Development Program, acts as a mentor and resource for Second-in-Command Pilots employed by the company, and will complete all training and requirements of the program.
• As Safety Representative accountable for monitoring safety issues, assisting with the oversight of and facilitating resolution to safety-related problems.
• Participates in Safety Committee review, implements best practice, provides training, and educates within their base or area of assignment.

Skills

• Aviation Decision Making
• Weather Interpretation
• Flight Training
• Aircraft Operations
• Flight Operations Communications
• Preflight Planning
• Crew/Single Pilot Resource Management

Minimum Qualifications

• FAA Certifications: Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating or an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate; appropriate category and class ratings
• Current FAA Second-Class Medical Certificate (or higher)
• Flight Experience: 2,000 hours of total flight time in a helicopter or CAMTS Equivalency
• 100 hours of cross-country flight – 25 hours at night
• 75 actual or simulated instrument hours
• 100 hours of unaided night flight time
• Other Pass a 135.293 check ride within the first 60 days of hire
• Preferred Qualifications Air ambulance experience Night Vision Goggle experience 300 flight hours at night Turbine-engine time – 1000 hours Live within one hour of assigned base

Preferred Qualifications

• Air ambulance experience
• Night Vision Goggle experience 300 flight hours at night
• Turbine-engine time – 1000 hours
• Live within one hour of assigned base

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods in an aircraft cockpit.
• Capability to perform pre-flight and post-flight inspections, which may involve climbing, kneeling, crouching, or stooping.
• Must meet FAA medical standards for physical and mental fitness, as verified by a current FAA Medical Certificate.
• Meet Intermountain Health standards for annual hearing tests.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, as required for handling equipment or luggage.
• Tolerance for varying environmental conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, and noise during aircraft operations.
• Meet current weight restrictions established by the company.

Location: Central Office - Las Vegas, Life Flight Operations Center, Peaks Regional Office.

Work City: Salt Lake City

Work State: Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40. The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $46.24 - $72.80

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.

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