Life Flight Chief Helicopter Pilot

Job Description

At Memorial Hermann Life Flight, we are looking for a Chief Helicopter Pilot who is excited about serving the Houston community at the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Southeast Texas. This person will be seen as a leader of a strong team-oriented culture where we use safe and technologically advanced aircrafts. At Life Flight, We Pride Ourselves On Setting quality standards

• Technology Advanced Aircraft
• Bases are conveniently located in the communities we serve
• Strong relationships and communication through entire team
• S supportive environment of growth & developmental opportunities

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required
• Licenses/Certifications: Current Second Class FAA Medical certificate required, FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with helicopter and instrument rating
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Must have at least three (3) years experience, within past six (6 ) years, as pilot in command of an aircraft operated under Part 135 Able to meet FAA qualifications as CFR14, Part 135 Chief Pilot Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.

Principal Accountabilities

• Supervises a team of pilots at various locations throughout Memorial Hermann, coordinating aircraft maintenance with flight requirements.
• Screens applicants and recommends prospective hires.
• Trains, orients, and evaluates employees.
• Plans employee work schedules to ensure adequate flight coverage consistent with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, hospital policies, and department operational goals.
• Maintains all required FAA, hospital, and department forms, logs, and records.
• Performs pilot job duties and responsibilities when scheduled or when necessary.
• Cohorts aircraft maintenance with flight mission requirements to ensure optimum utilization of crews and equipment.
• Conducts regular and spontaneous inspections of aircraft and aircraft facilities in accordance with FAA, hospital, and department regulations/policies.
• Performs aero-medical program consultations and general public relations work as needed.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency, supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.