Helicopter Line Pilot IFR

Geisinger; Montoursville (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

$25,000 bonus

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000/yr

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Geisinger Life Flight in Pennsylvania seeks an experienced helicopter pilot to conduct emergency patient transport missions with safety and precision.

The candidate must hold FAA commercial helicopter pilot with instrument rating and substantial turbine rotorcraft time, including PIC hours, cross country and night flight experience. A $25,000 bonus and relocation assistance apply, with tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• FAA commercial pilot with an instrument rating.
• Total flight time ≥ 2000 hours (1500 with ATP).
• Helicopter time ≥ 1500 hours; PIC ≥ 1000 hours.
• 500+ cross country hours and 100+ night flight hours.
• FAA Class II Flight Physical required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute emergency patient transport flights.
• Coordinate with Life Flight Communications Center.
• Supervise loading and weight/balance checks.
• Maintain flight logs, flight plans and maintenance reporting.
• Ensure aircraft readiness and safety per manuals.

Skills

FAA commercial pilot

Instrument rating

Total flight hours

ATP rating

Helicopter time

PIC time

Turbine time

Cross country hours

Night flight hours

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Life Flight operates eight SPIFR EC145’s and one BK117C1. A $25,000 bonus for pilots. A very competitive salary and benefit package and Relocation assistance reviewed case by case. 1.5X base salary for extra shifts. Additional financial incentives for extra shifts. Responsible for the safe and efficient conduct of a flight assignment related to the conveyance of patients in need of emergency services. The pilot-in-command is authorized to process a flight assignment received from the Life Flight Communications Center and determines whether to accept or decline a flight assignment based on weather conditions or other factors that may impact the safety of flight.

Job Duties

7 days on 7 days off

$25,000 Bonus

Certifications and Licenses

• FAA commercial pilot with an instrument rating
• 2000hrs. total time or 1500hrs total time with ATP rating
• 1500hrs. Helicopter time
• 1000hrs.Helicopter Pilot in Command time
• 75hrs of actual or simulated instrument time at least 50hrs of which were in actual flight
• Helicopter Turbine Time: 1000 hours
• 500 hours Cross Country
• 100 hours of night flight time
• Plans flight assignments and obtains briefing information regarding purpose of the flight, weather, operating procedures and special instructions.
• Conducts a start of shift briefing with the assigned medical, communications and ground personnel
• Ensures that the aircraft is prepared pre-flight per the General Operating Manual; is inspected, loaded, equipped, fueled and staffed for a flight assignment.
• Supervises and assists loading and distribution of cargo and passengers and determines that weight and balance is within prescribed limitations per the utilized method of aircraft weight and balance or the approved rotorcraft flight manual.
• Ensures cargo is properly secured and emergency equipment are aboard.
• Files, activates and closes the flight plans.
• Ensures proper completion of flight logs, records and maintenance forms.
• Checks aircraft discrepancy log prior to flight to ensure all discrepancies have been corrected or properly deferred prior to a flight assignment.
• Logs all mechanical discrepancies as they occur and informs maintenance personnel.
• Notifies the Life Flight Communications Center of the service status of the aircraft.
• Participates in post-flight debriefings.
• Keeps navigation charts current and up to date.
• Maintains proficiency as Pilot-in-Command and proficiency in SPIFR operations.

Benefits Of Working At Geisinger

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance that starts day one of employment
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
• Grow your career with up to $5000 in tuition reimbursement per year
• Three medical plan choices, including options to save with a flexible spending account (FSA) andhealth savings account (HSA)
• Company paid Life Insurance, Short-term disability, and Long-term disability
• Competitive 401k plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions starting day one of employment
• PTO plan that allows you to earn more time fast
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health and earn incentives
• Family-friendly support to include adoption assistance, paid parental leave, paid military leave and a free care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones.

Position Details

• Responsible for the safe and efficient conduct of a flight assignment related to the conveyance of patients in need of emergency services. The pilot-in-command is authorized to process a flight assignment received from the Life Flight Communications Center and determines whether to accept or decline a flight assignment based on weather conditions or other factors that may impact the safety of flight.
• Position may require sitting for long periods of time in a helicopter or in an office environment. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Exposed to non-conventional motion, noise, vibration, jet fumes, and extreme temperatures. Working conditions in or near aircraft and/or an aircraft hangar environment on a daily basis and may be exposed to loud aircraft noise, fumes, gases, odors, dust particles, and mechanical and electrical hazards. Travel may be required. Employee may not exceed 250lbs in weight in flight gear. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Current Federal Aviation Administration Class II Flight Physical Required.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)

Experience

Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Licensed Commercial Helicopter Pilot with Instrument Helicopter Rating - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA); Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing Body

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES

Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family. We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.