Life Flight Chief Helicopter Pilot

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

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

• 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.
• Coordinates aircraft maintenance with flight mission requirements to ensure optimum utilization of crews and equipment.
• Performs maintenance test flights as required.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.