Helicopter Line Pilot IFR

Pilot Job Opportunity

Location : Geisinger Life Flight Hangar 4, Montoursville

Shift : Rotation

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40

Worker Type : Regular

Exemption Status : Yes

Job Summary : Life Flight operates eight SPIFR EC145's and one BK117C1. A $25,000 bonus for pilots. A very competitive salary and benefit package and Relocation assistance reviewed case by case. 1.5X base salary for extra shifts Additional financial incentives for extra shifts. Responsible for the safe and efficient conduct of a flight assignment related to the conveyance of patients in need of emergency services. The pilot-in-command and is authorized to process a flight assignment received from the Life Flight Communications Center and determines whether to accept or decline a flight assignment based on weather conditions or other factors that may impact the safety of flight.

Job Duties

7 days on 7 days off

$25,000 Bonus

Certifications and Licenses

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

Position Details : Responsible for the safe and efficient conduct of a flight assignment related to the conveyance of patients in need of emergency services. The pilot-in-command and is authorized to process a flight assignment received from the Life Flight Communications Center and determines whether to accept or decline a flight assignment based on weather conditions or other factors that may impact the safety of flight. Position may require sitting for long periods of time in a helicopter or in an office environment. 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. Current Federal Aviation Administration Class II Flight Physical Required.

Education : High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)

Experience : Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)

Certification(s) and License(s) : Licensed Commercial Helicopter Pilot with Instrument Helicopter Rating - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing Body

Skills : Interpersonal Communication, Leads Others

Our Purpose & Values

Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.