IFR Pilot

PHI Health•Medina, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

PHI Health is seeking an IFR helicopter pilot for Helicopter Air Ambulance operations in Medina, Ohio. The position is a Captain role flying the EC135 under SPIFR/NVG operations, with an instrument rating required. Operations run 24 hours a day on a day/night rotation, with a 7-on/7-off schedule. The pilot will perform line pilot duties in accordance with the General Operations Manual, support company safety programs, and provide safe, efficient, courteous, and reliable service to internal and external customers. The successful applicant will participate in community outreach programs and follow PHI Air Medical policies. Some lifting is required to assist with loading and unloading patients and equipment. A sign-on bonus of up to $50,000 is advertised. Relocation assistance is available; using it requires a two-year minimum service commitment. Applicants needing an aircraft transition must commit to at least one year of service.

Requirements

Commercial and Instrument Helicopter Ratings.
First Class Medical certificate.
At least 2,000 total flight hours.
At least 1,500 helicopter flight hours.
At least 1,000 hours as Pilot in Command in helicopters.
At least 500 turbine helicopter hours.
At least 100 hours in unaided night operations, or 50 hours unaided night and 100 hours using Night Vision Goggles (NVG).
At least 75 instrument hours (actual and hood).
Must meet and maintain the company flight personnel weight restriction of 235 pounds or less.
Strong internal and external customer service skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be accepted by the customer and PHI management.
Must pass a pre-placement physical exam, including a functional capacity assessment of strength and flexibility, and be able to lift 100 pounds to assist with loading and unloading patients and equipment.
Must pass drug screening and background screening.
Must reside within a one-hour commute of the base.

Responsibilities

Perform line pilot duties in accordance with the General Operations Manual.
Support the Safety Management System, Destination Zero, and other company safety campaigns.
Provide safe, efficient, courteous, and reliable service to internal and external customers.
Participate in community outreach programs and adhere to PHI Air Medical policies.
Assist with loading and unloading patients and equipment, including lifting as required.