Pilot, STAT MedEvac - Washington, PA

UPMC•Washington, PA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

The Pilot in Command (PIC) is a member of the critical care transport team and has final authority and responsibility for the safe operation of assigned aircraft on flights conducted by the STAT MedEvac system. The PIC ensures aircraft airworthiness, keeps FAA-required qualifications and publications current, and conducts flight operations in accordance with CEM policies, procedures, and FAA regulations. The role requires independent judgment to provide safe and efficient air transportation in a challenging, rapidly changing operational environment, while sharing responsibility for the team's conduct. The pilot also fulfills training and safety requirements established by STAT MedEvac leadership and supports the system's mission, goals, and objectives. This is a full-time position supporting MedEvac 1 in Washington, Pennsylvania, on a seven-days-on, seven-days-off schedule. A $30,000 sign-on bonus is available in exchange for a three-year commitment.

Requirements

2,000 total flight hours.
1,500 total helicopter flight hours.
1,000 total PIC helicopter flight hours.
200 night flight hours, including at least 100 hours unaided.
100 instrument hours.
500 turbine hours.
Commercial rotorcraft-helicopter certificate with instrument rating.
Current second-class medical certificate.
Valid and current state driver's license.
Airline Transport Pilot or Commercial Pilot License (CPL).
Act 34 clearance.
Pilots with fewer than 2,000 hours may be considered case by case based on prior experience and qualifications exceeding those in the CAMTS PIC Evaluation Tool.

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 the drug and alcohol policy, and follow FAA requirements regarding over-the-counter and prescription medications.
Arrive with sufficient time to complete required duties and obtain a flight release by the beginning of the scheduled shift.
Coordinate with flight followers about currency, duty time, aircraft, and weather; confirm NOTAMs, update weather information, meet duty-day and crew-rest requirements, and debrief as needed.
Respond promptly and efficiently to service requests, giving highest priority to flight safety.
Support continuity of service by remaining flexible about scheduling and base assignments and assisting with coverage at the assigned base and system-wide.
Contribute to the CEM safety culture, protect patients and personnel around the aircraft, report safety concerns through appropriate channels, and use available safety tools.
Complete official documentation, including payroll, expense reports, and training forms, accurately and on time.
Complete postflight records and paperwork, including hazard or incident reports and ASAP reports when necessary, and maintain familiarity with required software and hardware.
Maintain thorough knowledge of STAT MedEvac policies and procedures and help meet operational goals and objectives.
Give adequate notice for PTO and trade-day requests and maintain responsibility for coverage of assigned shifts.
Select and use personal protective equipment appropriate to anticipated hazards.
Perform assigned duties, including tasks assigned by the Base Site Manager-Aviation.
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 applicable policies and procedures, use checklists, and comply with regulations or exercise PIC emergency authority when needed.
Maintain competency and proficiency in assigned CEM aircraft and installed radio and navigation equipment; complete checkrides and recurrent CTS satisfactorily and on time, and conduct at least three practice instrument approaches per month when weather permits, in addition to required training approaches.
Conduct shift-change briefings with medical crew members covering inflight duties in normal and emergency situations, weather, preassigned duties, abort policy, and required crew training currency; encourage and participate in postflight debriefings.
Keep flight kits, documentation, training records, and onboard navigation publications current and compliant with company and regulatory requirements; maintain appropriate documentation of pilot qualifications in the base training record.
Ensure the assigned aircraft is airworthy by documenting maintenance events accurately and promptly, completing required preflight and postflight inspections, maintaining fuel and oxygen readiness, keeping the aircraft clean, using covers and tiedowns appropriately, and hangaring it as necessary.
Mentor 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, customer-focused attitude in high-stress situations and build rapport with customers in varied circumstances and environments, including site visits and public relations events.
Follow uniform and personal appearance standards, including approved flight clothing and equipment.