(Other) EC145/BK117 SPIFR NVG HAA Pilots Pennsylvania

EC145/BK117 SPIFR NVG HAA Pilots Pennsylvania

Helicopter EMS Pilot 25K Bonus

Company: Geisinger Health System Location: Montoursville, Pennsylvania Type: Permanent Salary: $94,000/yr

Job Summary

NEW starting rates!!!

Starting Rates at 94K and up based on experience

Life Flight operates eight SPIFR EC145's and one BK117C1. A $25,000 bonus for pilots. Annual ATP stipend; Relocation assistance reviewed case by case. 1.5X base salary for extra shifts Additional financial incentives for extra shifts.

Job Duties:

• Positions Available at the following Bases: Avoca, PA; State College, PA; Minersville, PA; and Montoursville, PA.
• 7 days on 7 days off
• Plans flight assignments and obtains briefing information regarding purpose of the flight, weather, operating procedures and special instructions.
• Conducts a start of shift briefing with the assigned medical, communications and ground personnel.
• Ensures that the aircraft is prepared pre-flight per the General Operating Manual; is inspected, loaded, equipped, fueled and staffed for a flight assignment.
• Supervises and assists loading and distribution of cargo and passengers and determines that weight and balance is within prescribed limitations per the utilized method of aircraft weight and balance or the approved rotorcraft flight manual.
• Ensures cargo is properly secured and emergency equipment are aboard.
• Files, activates and closes the flight plans.
• Ensures proper completion of flight logs, records and maintenance forms.
• Checks aircraft discrepancy log prior to flight to ensure all discrepancies have been corrected or properly deferred prior to a flight assignment.
• Logs all mechanical discrepancies as they occur and informs maintenance personnel.
• Notifies the Life Flight Communications Center of the service status of the aircraft.
• Participates in post-flight debriefings.
• Keeps navigation charts current and up to date.
• Maintains proficiency as Pilot-in-Command and proficiency in SPIFR operations.
• Benefits of working at Geisinger:
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance that starts day one of employment
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
• Grow your career with up to $5000 in tuition reimbursement per year
• Three medical plan choices, including options to save with a flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Company paid Life Insurance, Short-term disability, and Long-term disability
• Competitive 401k plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions starting day one of employment
• PTO plan that allows you to earn more time fast
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health and earn incentives
• Family-friendly support to include adoption assistance, paid parental leave, paid military leave and a free care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones.

Works in a patient care environment in and around aircraft and is exposed to possible infectious diseases and chemical toxins. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Exposed to non-conventional motion, noise, vibration, jet fumes, and extreme temperatures. Working conditions in or near aircraft and/or an aircraft hangar environment on a daily basis and may be exposed to loud aircraft noise, fumes, gases, odors, dust particles, and mechanical and electrical hazards. Travel may be required. Employee may not exceed 250lbs in weight in flight gear. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)

Experience:

• FAA commercial pilot with an instrument rating
• 2000 hours total time or 1500hrs total time with ATP rating
• 1500 hours Helicopter time
• 1000 hours Pilot in Command time
• 75 hours of actual or simulated instrument time at least 50hrs of which were in actual flight
• 500 hours Cross Country
• 100 hours of night flight time
• 1000 hours Helicopter Turbine time

Certification(s) and License(s):

• Valid Driver's License Default Issuing Body
• Licensed Commercial Helicopter Pilot with Instrument Helicopter Rating Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

Skills:

• Interpersonal Skills, Leads Others

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES:

• KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
• EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
• LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
• INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
• SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.

*Does not qualify for J-1 waiver. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.