Rotor Wing Relief Pilot

About the role

As a Rotor Wing Pilot at Life Link III, you will be part of an elite air medical team, flying state-of-the-art aircraft to transport medical crews and patients to the care they need. You will play a vital role in every mission, ensuring safe and professional flights while navigating complex aviation regulations and company procedures.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for safety of passengers and crew, and oversees all flights accepted
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with flight crew, dispatch and partners
• Actively shares flight knowledge with team members and serves as a resource to discuss transport, flight operations, and other work-related topics
• Follows all regulations, manuals, and company policies during flights
• Completes flight documentation accurately and promptly
• Supervises loading of aircraft, refueling and ensures safe weight and balance
• Adheres to proper Crew Resources Management (CRM) technique
• Actively participates in the Life Link III Safety Management System
• Responsible for pertinent information regarding all flights, including NOTAMs, TFRs, and weather information
• Works cohesively as a unit to accomplish all Life Link III assignments including patient transfers
• Responsible for maintaining qualifications as required in CFRs
• Proactively pursues professional growth and supports the learning and development of others

Qualifications

• Commercial pilot certificate and instrument rating for category and class of aircraft
• Current FAA Class I or II Medical Certificate
• 2000 total flight hours or meets CAMTS equivalency
• 1500 hours Helicopter flight hours
• 500 hours of rotorcraft turbine time
• 50 hours of hood or actual time instrument time in flight in category
• (Simulator time does not count)
• A pilot that is dual qualified in fixed wing with 100 hours of actual instrument time can reduce this requirement to 25 hours
• Able to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in HAA operations
• Part 121/135 Instructor/Check Pilot
• Commercially rating in Fixed/ Rotor Wing
• ATP Certificate
• Bachelor’s degree

What We Offer

• Base Pay Rate: $54.06 - $74.83 per hour, based on experience
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage starting the first of the month following date of hire
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match
• 401k with employer match fully vested
• Generous paid leave and paid time off to foster work/life balance
• Life, disability, critical illness, and accident insurance
• Tuition/Training reimbursement program
• Annual $100 boot reimbursement
• Company use of aircraft to obtain ATP

Why Join Life Link III?

We are dedicated to making a difference. Our mission-driven culture fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. You'll work alongside passionate professionals in a CAMTS accredited, award-winning program that is committed to improving patient outcomes all while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Compliance/HIPAA

Must perform work in the manner prescribed by documented work process in order to ensure compliance with all rules and regulations, accreditation standards and laws that apply, specifically work processes that involve billing practices, for avoiding activities that constitute fraud and abuse.

Employment Status Requirements

Life Link III does not sponsor employment visas of any kind. As a pre-condition of employment, all applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Life Link III is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and believe in providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, marital or family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.