Pilot - Helicopter

Avera Careflight Pilot

Location: Avera St Luke's Hospital

Worker Type: Regular

Work Shift: Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends/holidays (United States of America)

Pay Range: $90,480.00 - $135,200.00

Position Highlights

Varied Shifts; 80hrs/2wks

You Belong at Avera

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

What You Will Do

• Obtains weather briefing and prepares flight plan(s) considering such factors as altitude to be flown, terrain and/or obstacles, weather, fuel load and airport facilities.
• Ensures that all flight operations are conducted safely and in compliance with all FAR'S, Operations Specifications, and Avera's policies/procedures.
• Ensures that all Check List items are complied with according to the AFM.
• Consults with Leader of Operations in solving operational problems and procedures.
• Responsible and accountable for the ongoing operations of the flight program in compliance with established safety/quality standards, goals and objectives.
• Coordinates with the Leader of Maintenance the timely correction of mechanical irregularities and discrepancies and scheduled maintenance.
• Responds to flight requests within the guidelines of the flight program and assists crew with loading and unloading.
• Assists with monthly program meetings and training.
• Maintains a good working knowledge of the company Operations Manual, Federal Aviation Regulations, Operations Specifications, Aircraft Flight Manual, and any other requirements pertinent to specific flights and operations conducted by Careflight.
• All Careflight personnel are responsible for maintaining physical health and proper weight, not to exceed 240 pounds.

Essential Qualifications

• Commercial Pilot - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Required to have and maintain a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Certificate and instrument rating Upon Hire and
• FAA Medical Class - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Current First or Second Class FAA Medical Certificate Upon Hire
• 2000 total flight hours-1500 hours must be in helicopters. 1000 hours must be Pilot in Command rotorcraft hours
• 100 unaided night hours or 50 hours unaided, with 100 aided night hours 500 hours of turbine time

Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

• Airline Transport Pilot License - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate valid for Rotorcraft Category, Helicopter Class Upon Hire
• An Airline Transport Pilot rating
• 1000 hours of turbine time

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then Some

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
• Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or send an email to View email address on click.appcast.io.