AIR METHODS — Urbana, Illinois
Pay: $82,900 per year
AirLife 1
EC145 / VFR
$25,000 Location Stipend $15,000 Sign On Bonus (new hires only)
AIR METHODS: GO ABOVE AND BEYOND HERE!
As the leader in the air medical industry, Air Methods seeks exceptional pilots to partner with us to serve our communities. We are committed to providing air medical transport services to patients in need. We offer competitive compensation and outstanding benefits coupled with work life balance. 7 days on/7 days off (12-hour shifts). Our #1 objective is to ensure safety follows every time, so come join our growing and high performing culture, coached by teammates who deliver on being the best!
Urbana, Illinois, is special for its vibrant intellectual atmosphere, cultural diversity, and strong community engagement. Home to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, one of the world's leading research institutions, Urbana pulses with intellectual curiosity and innovation. The city's streets are lined with bookstores, galleries, and theaters that showcase the work of students, faculty, and researchers, creating a lively environment that fosters learning and creativity.
The city's downtown area, dotted with historic buildings, hosts a mixture of unique shops, restaurants, and cafes, making it a hub of cultural exchange and culinary delights. Urbana is known for its rich arts scene, with local theaters and music venues offering a diverse array of performances and exhibitions. The city's commitment to sustainability is evident in its numerous green initiatives, eviden in its parks and community gardens, showcases a deep respect for the environment.
Additionally, Urbana's residents actively participate in local events, festivals, and community projects, nurturing a strong sense of togetherness and pride. The combination of academic excellence, cultural diversity, and community engagement makes Urbana an ideal place for those seeking an intellectually stimulating and culturally enriching environment in which to call home.
Benefits
Air Methods is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package created with the diverse needs of our teammates in mind:
• Health, Dental and Vision • 401(k) with Company Match • Flexible Spending Account Benefit Plans • Tuition Reimbursement • Full Company-Paid Life Insurance • ADD Insurance • Company-Paid Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance • Business Travel Accident Insurance • Voluntary Life • Relocation Assistance • Employee Assistance and Benefit Concierge Service Programs
Responsible to ensure aircraft and weather conditions are airworthy to transport medical crew and patient to receiving hospital within an assigned operational area. Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), General Operations Manual guidelines (GOM), and thorough knowledge of Air Methods policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:
• Operates air methods aircraft in a safe and legal manner • Completes pre-flight briefing every flight verifying the aircraft is in an airworthy condition by sign off of Daily Flight Log. Pilots will perform a complete walk around of the aircraft prior to each flight for flight worthiness and completion of each flight. • Maintains thorough familiarity with all aircraft systems, emergency equipment, and equipment • Must be thoroughly familiar with all aircraft and medical systems of backup aircraft utilized by Air Methods. Ensures that the medical flight team is familiar and comfortable with the medical interior and systems. • Responsible for completion of required documentation • Able to conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards • Participates regularly in Air Methods meetings, activities, projects, committees and community outreach • Performs other duties as assigned
Additional Job Requirements
• Regular scheduled attendance (IFT schedule - 12 hours shifts)
Subject to applicable laws and Air Method's policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods' employment practices and policies.
Compensation
Compensation commensurate with flight and EMS experience from $82,900 per year.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position.
Education & Experience
• Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and two to five years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience • Bachelor's degree preferred
Operation and Safety Requirements
• As a member of the Flight Crew, any person employed in this position shall maintain a weight not to exceed 250 pounds and shall be less than seventy (70) years old.
Skills
• Pilots must have flown in category for a commercial operator or in the military within the last 24 months • Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public and strives to maintain a friendly and professional working environment
Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Program
• 2,000 total flight hours with a minimum of 1,500 flight hours in category • 1,000 hours PIC in category • 500 hours of cross country time • 500 hours of night flying with at least 50 hours of which are at night • 100 hours unaired night as PIC (50 hours of unaired can be substituted for by 100 hours of IFR time) (the 50 hours of unaired night must be accomplished in the calendar year prior to the required instrument time (5-2 hours).
Certificates, Licenses, Regulations
• Commercial & Instrument Rating (for category and class of aircraft) • ASEL rating in category meets the requirement • First OR Second Class FAA Medical certificate required
This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspension, post-accident).
Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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