About this role
REACH Medical Holdings seeks a skilled Helicopter Pilot to support critical care air medical transport across California and the Western U.S. In this safety-driven, mission-focused role, you will operate IFR-capable helicopters for emergency and interfacility missions, often at night and in challenging conditions. You’ll perform thorough pre-flight and post-flight checks, assess weather and risk, and coordinate with medical crews, dispatch, ATC, and partner agencies. REACH offers advanced aviation technology, ongoing training, and a collaborative, high-impact environment serving diverse communities in need.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate REACH helicopters under VFR and IFR for emergency and interfacility medical transport missions.
- Conduct thorough pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checks to ensure aircraft safety and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate closely with medical crews and communication centers to plan and execute time-sensitive missions.
- Evaluate weather, terrain, and operational risks, making sound go/no-go and in-flight decisions.
- Maintain accurate flight logs, reports, and documentation in accordance with FAA and company requirements.
- Participate in ongoing training, check rides, and proficiency checks to maintain instrument and HEMS standards.
- Support base operations, including readiness checks, briefings, and participation in safety and quality programs.
- Communicate effectively with ATC, dispatch, hospitals, and EMS partners during missions.
- Adhere to all FAA, company, and industry safety policies, including SMS and standard operating procedures.
- Represent REACH professionally with patients, families, and partner agencies.
Skills
- IFR helicopter operations
- Instrument flight planning and navigation
- HEMS flight operations
- Risk assessment and aeronautical decision-making
- Night and NVG operations
- Aircraft systems and performance knowledge
- Weather analysis and interpretation
- Radio communication with ATC and dispatch
- Regulatory compliance (FAA Part 135/air medical)
- Flight documentation and recordkeeping
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401k
Qualifications
- FAA Commercial Rotorcraft-Helicopter Certificate
- Instrument Helicopter Rating
- Current Class II (or higher) FAA Medical Certificate
- Minimum flight hours as required for air medical operations (e.g., 2000+ PIC preferred)
- Night and IFR operational experience
- Pilot-in-Command (PIC) experience in helicopters
- Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) experience preferred
- NVG (Night Vision Goggle) experience preferred
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to pass company and FAA background and drug screenings
