VFR Pilot, H125 Captain

PHI Air Medical; Tucumcari (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus up to $50,000

Location Bonus up to 35%

Off-Duty Housing available

Job summary

PHI Air Medical is seeking dedicated pilots for life-saving missions in Tucumcari, NM. This role involves delivering critical care with speed and precision in challenging environments. Candidates must have commercial and instrument helicopter ratings, and meet specific flight hour requirements. A competitive pay and benefits package, including sign-on and location bonuses, is offered.

Pilots will be integral to community outreach and adhere to safety protocols. Off-duty housing is provided, and schedule flexibility is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2,000 total hours, including 1,500 hours helicopter and 1,000 hours PIC helicopter.
• 500 hours turbine helicopter, 100 hours unaided night operations or 50 hours unaided + 100 hours NVG.
• Ability to lift 100 pounds and pass pre-placement physical exams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver critical care as a life-saving pilot in diverse environments.
• Adhere to CAMTS guidelines and perform line pilot duties.
• Participate in community outreach programs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Commercial and Instrument Helicopter Ratings

First Class Medical

Job description

Join our life‑saving team in Tucumcari, NM and take advantage of:

• Sign‑On Bonus up to $50,000!
• Location Bonus up to 35%!
• Off‑Duty Housing available!

Are you an exceptional pilot looking to make a real impact from the cockpit? PHI Health is seeking skilled and dedicated pilots to join our elite team. You will be at the forefront of life‑saving missions, delivering critical care to those in need with speed, precision, and unwavering commitment.

Our pilots are not just aviators; they are heroes in the sky, providing rapid medical response in challenging and diverse environments. In this role, you'll experience the thrill of aviation combined with the profound satisfaction of knowing that your expertise and quick thinking can change the course of a patient's future. If you thrive under pressure, have a passion for excellence, and are ready to elevate your career to new heights, PHI Health is the place for you.

Job Summary

• PHI Air Medical operating under CAMTS guidelines
• H125 VFR/NVG instrument rating required
• 24‑hour operations day/night rotation
• If successful applicant requires aircraft transition – 1 year minimum service requirement per CBA
• Relocation package available – 2 year minimum service requirement per CBA if utilized
• Off‑Duty Housing provided

Other

• External search may run concurrently with internal job posting
• Successful applicant will participate in community outreach programs and adhere to PHI Air Medical policies
• Some lifting required to assist in loading and unloading of patients and equipment
• Perform line pilot duties IAW GOM
• Support Safety Management System, Destination Zero, and other company safety campaigns
• Work with both internal and external customers to provide safe, efficient, courteous, and reliable service

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits package includes shift bonuses, shift incentives, Annual Safety Bonus, Annual Employee Bonus, and more

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Commercial and Instrument Helicopter Ratings
• First Class Medical
• CAMTS requirements: 2,000 total hours, 1,500 hours helicopter, 1,000 hours PIC helicopter, 500 hours turbine helicopter, 100 hours unaided night operations or 50 hours unaided + 100 hours NVG
• Must meet 235 pounds body weight
• Strong communication, internal and external customer service skills
• Interview and acceptance by customer/PHI management
• Annual flu vaccine not required
• Must pass pre-placement physical exam including functional capacity exam, lift 100 pounds, drug screening, background screen
• Demonstrated internal and external customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Schedule / Location

• Schedule 14‑14; schedule changes may be required as base changes
• Off‑Duty Housing provided

Our Core Competencies

• Safe – absolute belief in Destination Zero, zero accidents acceptable outcome
• Efficient – focus on outcomes maximizing resources and sustainable profitability
• Quality – committed to excellent organizational performance, reliable outcomes
• Service – dedicated to customers, communities, and each other

PHI, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.