VFR Pilot, Lead Assignment

Houston, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $95,500.00 - $148,000.00

Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts

Day Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

competitive pay

Shift bonuses

Shift incentives

Annual safety bonus

Annual employee bonus

Relocation Package

health benefits

Job Description

PHI Health is a premier air medical transportation provider in the United States, renowned for its commitment to safety, excellence, and community health. Operating from more than 80 bases nationwide, PHI Health transports over 22,000 patients annually, delivering critical care with speed and precision. Their mission, "move communities to health," embodies their dedication to maintaining the highest standards in air medical services, aviation safety, and community outreach. As a leader in emergency medical services, PHI Health integrates state-of-the-art aviation technology with expert medical and communication teams to respond to urgent medical needs in diverse and challenging environments.

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Job Requirements

Meet CAMTS requirements
Valid commercial and instrument helicopter ratings
First class medical certificate
Minimum total flight hours: 2,000
Minimum helicopter flight hours: 1,500
Minimum pilot-in-command helicopter hours: 1,000
Minimum turbine helicopter hours: 500
Night operations experience: 100 hours unaided or 50 hours unaided plus 100 hours NVG
Body weight not to exceed 235 pounds
Strong communication and customer service skills
Pass pre-placement physical, drug screening and background check
Ability to lift 100 pounds
Must reside within 1-hour commute of Kirbyville base

Job Qualifications

Commercial helicopter rating
Instrument helicopter rating
First class medical certificate
Minimum 2,000 total flight hours
Minimum 1,500 helicopter flight hours
Minimum 1,000 hours as pilot-in-command of helicopters
Minimum 500 turbine helicopter flight hours
100 hours unaided night operations or 50 hours unaided plus 100 hours night vision goggle operations
Strong communication skills
Internal and external customer service skills
Ability to pass pre-placement physical exam including lifting 100 pounds
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Successful interview and acceptance by PHI management

Job Duties

Insure a staff of pilots are maintained with the knowledge and skill required to operate aircraft IAW General Operations Manual and FAA regulations
Coordinate with Air Medical Base Supervisor, Business Operations Manager and Area Manager for business planning, marketing and efficient operation of EMS base
Supervise EMS base pilots including professional development, assessments, counseling and recommending disciplinary action
Work with base supervisors for scheduling base pilots' occupational health compliance, safety training and recurrent training
Handle scheduling duties including monthly schedule, workover assignments, sick call, vacation and open shift coverage
Ensure open shifts are covered when off duty
Distribute monthly schedules and updates to appropriate departments
Approve base pilots' bonus and expense vouchers and audit routine base bills
Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company policies
Communicate operational status of aircraft to Area and Maintenance Managers and Scheduling Department
Participate in safety meetings and assist in maintaining flight safety and workplace safety audits

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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