Pilot, STAT MedEvac - Lemont Furnace, PA

UPMC•Lemont Furnace, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The UPMC Center for Emergency Medicine is hiring a full-time Pilot in Command to support STAT MedEvac 5 in Lemont Furnace, Pennsylvania. The position is part of the critical care transport team, and the Pilot in Command is the final authority for the safe operation of the assigned aircraft on flights released and operated by STAT MedEvac. The pilot is responsible for aircraft airworthiness, current FAA qualifications and publications, and conducting safe flights in accordance with CEM policies, procedures, and FAA regulations. The role requires independent judgment to provide safe and efficient air transportation for patients in a challenging, rapidly changing operational environment, while sharing responsibility for the team's conduct and supporting STAT MedEvac's mission and objectives. The pilot fulfills training and safety requirements established by STAT MedEvac leadership and performs other assigned duties. The schedule is seven days on and seven days off. A $30,000 sign-on bonus is available in exchange for a three-year commitment.

Requirements

2,000 total flight hours; pilots with fewer hours may be considered case by case based on prior experience and qualifications that exceed the CAMTS PIC Evaluation Tool.
1,500 total helicopter flight hours.
1,000 total PIC helicopter flight hours.
200 night flight hours, including at least 100 unaided hours.
100 instrument hours.
500 turbine hours.
Commercial rotorcraft-helicopter certificate with instrument rating.
Current second-class medical certificate/license.
Valid and current state driver's license.
Airline Transport Pilot certificate or Commercial Pilot License (CPL).
Act 34 clearance.
Maintain required FAA qualifications, medical certifications, training currency, and fitness for duty.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a helicopter EMS transport system.
Four-year degree with aviation applications.

Responsibilities

Report for work rested and fit for duty, comply with drug and alcohol policies and FAA medication requirements, and arrive in time to complete duties and receive a flight release by the start of the scheduled shift.
Coordinate with flight followers regarding currency, duty time, aircraft, weather, NOTAMs, regulatory duty-day requirements, and crew rest; provide debriefings as necessary.
Respond promptly to service requests while prioritizing flight safety, and support continuity of service through scheduling flexibility and coverage at the assigned base or system-wide.
Contribute to the CEM safety culture, protect patients and personnel around the aircraft, report safety concerns through appropriate channels, and use available tools to promote a safe work environment.
Complete payroll, expense reports, training forms, postflight records, and other required documentation accurately and promptly, including hazard, incident, and ASAP reports when necessary.
Maintain knowledge of STAT MedEvac policies and procedures and assist in meeting operational goals and objectives.
Give adequate notice for requested PTO or trade days and maintain responsibility for coverage of assigned shifts.
Select and use personal protective equipment appropriate to anticipated hazards.
Perform duties assigned by the Base Site Manager-Aviation, including daily, weekly, and monthly tasks.
Maintain fitness for duty by meeting employee health requirements, including maximum weight, hearing conservation, and medical certification requirements; promptly report injuries and complete required documentation.
Conduct flights so that safe completion is never in doubt; transmit required flight manifest information, obtain appropriate releases, follow CEM policies and procedures, use checklists, and comply with regulations or exercise PIC emergency authority when required.
Maintain competency and proficiency in assigned CEM aircraft and installed radio and navigation equipment; complete check rides and recurrent CTS to required standards and perform at least three practice instrument approaches per month when weather permits, in addition to required training approaches.
Conduct shift-change briefings with medical crewmembers covering inflight duties, normal and emergency procedures, weather, pre-assigned duties, abort policy, and required crew training currency; participate in postflight debriefings.
Keep flight kits, documentation, training records, and onboard navigation publications current and compliant with company and regulatory requirements; maintain appropriately documented pilot qualifications at the base.
Ensure assigned aircraft is airworthy and ready for service by documenting maintenance events, completing required inspections, maintaining fuel and oxygen levels, keeping the aircraft clean, using covers and tiedowns appropriately, and hangaring it as necessary.
Serve as a professional development resource and mentor for newly hired pilots and assist with the IOE process as needed.
Protect patient information in accordance with STAT MedEvac privacy policies and applicable federal and state laws.
Maintain a positive, professional attitude with customers in high-stress settings and establish constructive relationships, including during site visits and public relations events.
Follow uniform and personal appearance standards, including approved flight apparel and equipment.