Rotor Wing Pilot - Hempstead, TX

Are you a dedicated and skilled Rotor Wing Pilot looking for an opportunity that offers a rewarding work-life balance?

Apollo MedFlight invites you to join our partnership with Houston Healthcare and make a meaningful impact in the field of air medical transport!

Why Apollo?

• 7 on and 7 off Schedule: At Apollo MedFlight, we value work-life balance. Enjoy a consistent and predictable schedule that allows you to plan your life outside of work.
• $10,000 Annual Stipend: Recognizing and valuing our team members is paramount. As a Rotor Wing Pilot with Apollo MedFlight, you'll receive a substantial annual stipend to show our appreciation for your dedication.
• Cutting-Edge Aircraft and Technology: Join us at the forefront of air medical transport. Our commitment to the latest technology and state-of-the-art aircraft ensures that you'll operate in an environment that prioritizes safety and efficiency.
• Collaborative Team Environment: Become a part of a team of experienced professionals who share a passion for delivering excellence in medical air transport. Experience a supportive and cooperative work culture.

Rotor Wing Pilot-in-Command

The Pilot-in-Command has command of, and the responsibility for the medical crew members, passengers, cargo, the safe conduct of the flight, and provides guidance and coordinates the activities of every individual connected with all phases of the aircraft operation. Directly represents Apollo and plays a key role in customer service and quality communications with people with whom the pilot directly interacts.

A day in the Life:

• Retain the final authority for the safe operation of the aircraft.
• Ensure the assigned aircraft is airworthy and all proper documents are on board the aircraft.
• Make decisions as necessary to accept, reject, or terminate the flight, or deviation from a planned destination when operating conditions dictate.
• Adhere to proper Crew Resource Management (CRM) techniques and will seek input from all medical crew members prior to rendering a decision.
• Positively represent Apollo to customers, employees and patients through action, behavior and communication.
• Actively participate in the Apollo Safety Management System.
• Ensure the proper amount and grade of fuel is loaded on the aircraft.
• Obtain briefing on the purpose of the flight, weather, operating procedures and any special instructions, and plans flight assignments.
• Ensure that weather and aircraft performance conditions can be met appropriate to the FAR under which the flight is being conducted.
• Ensure a flight plan or other authorized flight locating procedure is followed on each flight.
• Ensure the aircraft is within the weight and balance requirements of the applicable Flight Manual.
• Report all known or suspected FAA violations or incidents promptly to the Chief Pilot.
• Maintain a current medical certificate as required by Apollo and notifies the Chief Pilot if a medical (physical or mental) condition may impair their ability to perform the flight.
• Ensure all aircraft equipment checks are performed properly.
• Ensure that all medical crew members and passengers are appropriately briefed for each phase of flight.
• Ensure all maintenance discrepancies are reported to appropriate maintenance personnel, and Apollo Operational Control Center is alerted to the current status of the aircraft.
• Be thoroughly knowledgeable of the General Operations Manual, Federal Aviation Regulations, Operations Specifications, Flight Manuals, and other instructions and regulatory documents pertinent to assigned duties.
• Participate in the pre-flight risk assessment process.
• Responsible for Tier Two operational control functions.
• Able to lift 50 lb. minimum

Standard Qualifications

• Current FAA Commercial Certificate, Rotorcraft, Helicopter; Instrument, Helicopter
• Current FAA 2nd Class Medical Certificate
• 2,000 Total Flight Hours, will consider 1,700 Total Flight Hours with Director of Operations and Chief Pilot approval
• All other flight experience evaluated via CAMTS algorithm worksheet.

Preferred Qualifications

• ATP
• Previous air medical experience
• Previous EC-145 experience (Primary)
• Previous Bell 407 experience (Secondary)

At Apollo, we know that we are all better together, and we are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We value, respect, and protect the uniqueness each of us brings. Our workplace thrives by including all voices and makes our business – and the communities we serve – stronger.

All employment decisions at Apollo are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Apollo will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. At Apollo we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Apollo will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resource department at 806.242.0202 or by email at hr@apollomedflight.com.

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