Job Description

Overview:

MercyOne Air Med

Bell 429 (IFR)

$10,000 Stipend

$3,000 IFR Stipend

Off Duty Housing

$15,000 Sign-On Bonus

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 resources to our communities 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, while providing our pilots with work life balance, 7 days on/7 days off (12-hour shifts). Our #1 objective is to ensure safety to/from every time, so come join our growing and high-performing culture, sparked by teammates who deliver on being the best!

Location Knoxville, Iowa is a special and vibrant community known for its rich history, warm hospitality, and unique blend of small-town charm with a touch of modernity. The city's deep connection to sprint car racing and its iconic Knoxville Raceway, often referred to as the "Sprint Car Capital of the World," draws racing enthusiasts from around the globe. Beyond its racing legacy, Knoxville offers a picturesque downtown area lined with locally-owned shops, cozy cafes, and community events that foster a strong sense of togetherness. The Marion County Fair, held annually, further highlights the city's agricultural heritage and close-knit community spirit. With its welcoming atmosphere and a perfect balance between tradition and progress, Knoxville, Iowa stands as a truly special place that captures the hearts of both residents and visitors alike.

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
• Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Account Benefit Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Full Company-Paid Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Voluntary Legal
• Relocation Assistance
• Employee Assistance and Benefit Concierge Service Programs

Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Program:
2500 total flight hours with minimum of 2000 flight hours in category.
1000 hours PIC in category.
500 hours of rotor wing turbine time.
500 hours of cross-country flight time, at least 50 hours of which were at night.
100 hours unaided night as PIC (50 hours of unaided can be substituted for by 100 hours of NVG time, but cannot be reduced below 50 hours of unaided time).
75 hours of actual or simulated instrument time at least 50 hours which were in flight in an aircraft including 20 hours in actual instrument conditions in category

Job Summary
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 before every flight verifying the aircraft is in airworthy condition by sign-off of the Daily Flight Log. Performs a complete walk-around of the aircraft prior to entering the cockpit for flight and upon completion of each flight.
Ensures 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.
Skills
Pilots must have flown in category for a commercial operator, or in the military, within the previous 24 months
Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public. Strives to maintain a friendly and professional working environment.

Qualifications:

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

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.

Education & Experience
Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, plus two to five years related experience and/or training (or equivalent combination of education and experience);
Bachelors degree preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Commercial & Instrument Rating (for category and class of aircraft);
ATP rating in category also meets the above requirement.
First or Second-Class FAA Medical certificate required.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities:

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).

Internal Bidding ends 1/31/24

Job Tags

Temporary work, Relocation package, Gangs, Relocation bonus, Flexible hours, Night shift, Day shift,

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