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Helicopter Pilot - Program Pilot

Apollo MedFlight
Full-time
On-site
Wilmington, NC
$102,820 USD yearly

Benefits


  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

 

Full job description


Are you a skilled and passionate pilot seeking a thrilling opportunity that combines your aviation expertise with a meaningful purpose? We are looking for highly skilled and dedicated rotor wing pilots to join our partnership with Novant Health/AirLink and serve in the communities of Salisbury, Whiteville, Bolivia, and Richlands!


As a pilot at Apollo MedFlight, you'll be an integral part of our dedicated team, working alongside skilled medical professionals to provide rapid and critical care transport to patients in need. Your aviation skills will be at the forefront of our life-saving operations, ensuring timely and safe transportation to medical facilities.


Why Choose Apollo?


  • 7 on and 7 off Schedule: At Apollo MedFlight, we value work-life balance. Enjoy a consistent and predictable schedule that allows you to plan your life outside of work.
  • Retention Bonus: We value your expertise and dedication and as a sign of our commitment to your growth and success, we offer a $46,000 Retention bonus
  • Competitive Pay: Recognizing and valuing our team members is paramount. As a Rotor Wing Pilot with Apollo MedFlight, you'll receive a substantial annual salary of $92,820 a year along with an annual program stipend of $10,000 to show our appreciation
  • Cutting-Edge Aircraft and Technology: Join us at the forefront of air medical transport. Our commitment to the latest technology and state-of-the-art aircraft ensures that you'll operate in an environment that prioritizes safety and efficiency.
  • Collaborative Team Environment: Become a part of a team of experienced professionals who share a passion for delivering excellence in medical air transport. Experience a supportive and cooperative work culture.

If you're a pilot ready to embrace a rewarding career that combines your aviation skills with a higher purpose, we invite you to join our team at Apollo MedFlight. Together, we'll navigate the skies, save lives, and make a difference that truly matters!


A day in the life:


  • Retain the final authority for the safe operation of the aircraft
  • Ensure the assigned aircraft is airworthy and all proper documents are on board the aircraft.
  • Make decisions as necessary to accept, reject, or terminate the flight, or deviation from a planned destination when operating conditions dictate.
  • Adhere to proper Crew Resource Management (CRM) techniques
  • Positively represent Apollo MedFlight and its customers to vendors, employees and patients through action, behavior, and communication.
  • Actively participate in the Apollo Safety Management System.
  • Obtain briefing on the purpose of the flight, weather, operating procedures, and any special instructions, and plans flight assignments.
  • Ensure that weather and aircraft performance conditions can be met appropriate to the FAR under which the flight is being conducted.
  • Ensure a flight plan or other authorized flight locating procedure is followed on each flight.
  • Ensure the aircraft is within the weight and balance requirements of the applicable Flight Manual.
  • Report all known or suspected FAA violations or incidents promptly to the Chief Pilot.
  • Ensure all aircraft equipment checks are performed properly.
  • Ensure that all medical crew members and passengers are appropriately briefed for each phase of flight.
  • Ensure all maintenance discrepancies are reported to appropriate maintenance personnel, and Apollo Operational Control Center is alerted to the current status of the aircraft.
  • Be thoroughly knowledgeable of the General Operations Manual, Federal Aviation Regulations, Operations Specifications, Flight Manuals, and other instructions and regulatory documents pertinent to assigned duties.
  • Participate in the pre-flight risk assessment process.
  • Responsible for Tier Two operational control functions.

The background profile we are looking for:


  • Must reside or be willing to relocate to the region
  • Current FAA Commercial Certificate, Rotorcraft, Helicopter; Instrument, Helicopter
  • Current FAA 2nd Class Medical Certificate
  • 1700 Total Hours
  • All other flight experience evaluated via CAMTS algorithm worksheet.
  • ATP (Preferred)
  • Previous air medical experience (Preferred)
  • Previous EC 135 experience (Preferred)

At Apollo, we know that we are all better together, and we are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We value, respect, and protect the uniqueness each of us brings. Our workplace thrives by including all voices and makes our business – and the communities we serve – stronger.


All employment decisions at Apollo are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.


Apollo will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. At Apollo we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Apollo will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resource department at 806.242.0202 or by email at hr@apollomedflight.com.


For a complete job description please reach out to hr@apollomedflight.com.


Job Type: Full-time


Pay: $102,820.00 per year


Benefits:


  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:


  • 12 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Night shift

Supplemental Pay:


  • Signing bonus

License/Certification:


  • Current FAA Medical (Required)
  • FAA Pilot License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:


  • Wilmington, NC: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person