Pilot – STAT MedEvac

The UPMC Center for Emergency Medicine is looking to hire a Full-Time Pilot to support STAT MedEvac. The Pilot in Command functions as a member of the critical care transport team and is responsible for, and is the final authority over, the safe operation of the assigned aircraft on all flights released and operated by the STAT MedEvac system. Schedule: (7) 12-hour shifts in a two week pay period, typically 7 days on and 7 days off, rotating days and nights. Final pay is based on experience and region.

Responsibilities

Ensuring aircraft airworthiness and currency of all FAA required qualifications and publications; Safe conduct of flight operations in accordance with CEM policies and procedures and FAA regulations; Acting as final authority over the safe operation of the assigned aircraft; Coordinating with flight followers regarding currency, duty time, aircraft, and weather status; Conducting shift change briefs with assigned medical crewmembers; Maintaining flight kits, documentation, and training records; Performing pre- and postflight inspections and maintenance documentation; Functioning as a professional development resource/mentor for newly hired pilots; Protecting patient privacy in accordance with federal and state laws; Maintaining competency and performing monthly practice instrument approaches

Requirements

2,000 total flight hours; 1,500 total helicopter flight hours; 1,000 total PIC helicopter flight hours; 200 night flight hours (at least 100 hours unaided); 100 instrument hours; 500 turbine hours; Commercial rotorcraft-helicopter certificate with instrument rating; Current second-class medical license; Valid and current state driver's license; Commercial Pilot License (CPL); Act 34

Nice to have

Airline Transport Pilot certificate (not limited to VFR); Experience in helicopter EMS transport system; Four-year degree with aviation applications

Benefits

Up to five and a half weeks of PTO annually; Competitive Medical, Vision, and Dental Benefits; UPMC Retirement Program; Employer contribution retirement of up to 8% of eligible pay; Voluntary benefits; Sign-on bonus of $30,000 for a 3-year commitment; Employer-paid life insurance; Two weeks of paid parental leave; Up to $6,000 of annual tuition assistance; Student loan assistance and tuition reimbursement options; Tuition assistance for dependents; Flexible work arrangements