IFR Pilot, H145 Captain

Job Description

About the Opportunity

Take the next step in your aviation career as an IFR Pilot – H145 Captain with our client, a leading provider of helicopter air ambulance and critical-care transport services across the United States. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, this full-time position offers the opportunity to lead critical medical transport missions as part of a dedicated aviation and healthcare team. Working a 7-day-on, 7-day-off day/night rotation, you will help ensure safe patient transport while supporting aviation safety programs and community outreach initiatives.

Responsibilities

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• Serve as an H145 IFR/NVG Captain in a two-pilot crew during helicopter air ambulance operations.
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• Perform line-pilot duties in accordance with the General Operations Manual (GOM) and Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) guidelines.
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• Coordinate with customers and assist with loading patients and medical equipment.
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• Support aviation safety programs and participate in community outreach initiatives.
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• Maintain safe and efficient flight operations while supporting the organization's critical-care transport mission.
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Requirements

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• Hold Commercial and Instrument Helicopter Ratings.
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• Possess a First Class Medical Certificate.
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• Have a minimum of 2,000 total flight hours, including:
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-1,500 hours in helicopters.

-1,000 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC) in helicopters.

-500 hours in turbine helicopters.

-100 hours of unaided night operations, or 50 hours of unaided night operations and 100 hours using Night Vision Goggles (NVG).

-75 hours of instrument flight time, including actual and simulated instrument time.

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• Meet the company's flight personnel weight restriction of 235 lbs. or less.
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• Demonstrate strong communication and internal and external customer service skills.
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• Successfully complete the interview process and receive acceptance from customer management.
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• Pass a pre-placement physical examination, functional capacity examination (including strength and flexibility assessments), drug screening, and background screening.
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Benefits & Perks

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• Competitive benefits package to support your professional and personal well-being.
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• Off-duty housing provided for added convenience.
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• Relocation assistance available, subject to a two-year service commitment.
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