Pilot - EAST, STAT MedEvac - Muncy, PA

UPMC•Muncy, PA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The UPMC Center for Emergency Medicine is looking to hire a Full-Time Pilot to support MedEvac 19, located in Muncy, PA. The Pilot in Command functions as a member of the critical care transport team and is responsible for the safe operation of the assigned aircraft. This role ensures aircraft airworthiness, currency of FAA qualifications, and safe flight operations in accordance with policies and regulations. The Pilot in Command is expected to exercise independent judgment for efficient and safe patient transportation in a challenging environment. This position also involves functioning as part of a team, fulfilling training and safety requirements, and upholding the mission of the STAT MedEvac system.

Requirements

2,000 total flight hours
1,500 total helicopter flight hours
1,000 total PIC helicopter flight hours
200-night flight hours (at least 100 hours unaided)
100 instrument hours
500 turbine hours
Commercial rotorcraft-helicopter certificate with instrument rating required.
Current second-class medical license required.
Valid and current state driver's license required.
Airline Transport Pilot OR Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
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Nice To Haves

Pilots with less than 2,000 hours may be given consideration on a case-by-case basis based upon prior experience and qualifications that exceed those found in the CAMTS PIC Evaluation Tool.
Experience in helicopter EMS transport system preferred
Four-year degree with aviation applications preferred.

Responsibilities

Reports for work well rested and fit for duty, adhering to drug and alcohol policies.
Reports for duty in sufficient time to perform all duties required to accept a flight and receive a release number no later than the beginning of the scheduled shift.
Coordinates with flight followers regarding currency, duty time, aircraft, and weather status.
Responds promptly and efficiently to all requests for service, prioritizing safety of flight.
Supports continuity of service through flexibility in scheduling and base assignment, and assists with coverage system wide.
Actively participates in the development of the CEM safety culture and ensures the safety of all patients and personnel.
Utilizes appropriate safety channels to report safety concerns and available tools to enhance a safe work environment.
Completes all official documentation accurately and in a timely manner, including payroll, expense reports, training forms, and postflight recordkeeping.
Possesses thorough knowledge of STAT MedEvac policies and procedures and assists in meeting operational goals.
Provides adequate notice of requested PTO, trade days, etc., to ensure schedule coverage and maintains ultimate responsibility for coverage of assigned shifts.
Selects and uses appropriate personal protective equipment.
Performs all assigned duties, including daily, weekly, monthly, or other duties assigned by the Base Site Manager-Aviation.
Maintains fitness for duty by adhering to all employee health requirements, including maximum weight, hearing conservation program, and required medical certifications.
Reports injuries and completes appropriate documentation to a supervisor in a timely manner.
Conducts all flights in a manner that safe completion is never in doubt, ensuring timely transmission of flight manifest information, obtaining flight releases, and adhering to CEM policies.
Operates without violation by regulatory authorities or exercises PIC emergency authority to deviate as required.
Demonstrates and maintains competency, proficiency, and knowledge required to perform as PIC in assigned CEM aircraft, including operation of all installed radios and navigation equipment.
Successfully completes all check rides and recurrent training to satisfactory standards in a timely manner.
Performs a minimum of three practice instrument approaches per month (weather permitting) in addition to IIMC and other training department approaches.
Conducts shift change briefs with assigned medical crewmembers to include assignment of inflight duties, weather status, pre-assigned duties, and abort policy.
Ensures currency of aircrew training/CTS, IIMC, NVG, emergency, and any other FAA required training.
Encourages and participates constructively in crew post flight debriefings.
Maintains current flight kits, documentation, and training records in accordance with company policy and regulatory requirements.
Ensures all navigation publications onboard assigned aircraft are current and appropriate.
Ensures pilot qualifications are current and appropriately documented in base located pilot training record.
Ensures assigned aircraft is in an airworthy condition, properly and accurately documenting all maintenance events.
Performs thorough preflight/postflight inspections as required.
Maximizes operational readiness by ensuring sufficient fuel/O2, etc., to accept flight assignment with minimal delay.
Ensures aircraft exterior and cockpit interior are clean and that aircraft covers/tiedowns are utilized appropriately and that aircraft is hangared as necessary.
Functions as a professional development resource/mentor for newly hired pilots and assists as necessary in the IOE process.
Protects the privacy of all patient information in accordance with STAT MedEvac privacy policies, procedures, and practices.
Reflects a positive attitude to customers at all times in a high stress environment.
Adheres to uniform policy and personal appearance standards by utilizing the approved flight suit, jacket, vest, hat, boots, gloves and T-shirts.
Demonstrates an ability to establish a rapport with customers, including the ability to create and sustain a positive relationship, regardless of circumstances or environment.