AIR AMBULANCE CAPTAIN

SUMMARY

The AeroMD Air Ambulance Captain is responsible for the safe and effective operations of the assigned aircraft in compliance with the FAA specifications and Company operations manual. The individual must meet duty time limitations, rest requirements, be qualified, current, dressed according to policy, and possess all required certificates, licenses, and permits. In addition, the Captain shall complete all pre-flight and post-flight inspections, processes, and documentation. The Captain shall report to the Chief Pilot and/or Director of Operations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary:

• Assume primary responsibility for the safety of the passengers, crewmembers, cargo, and the airplane and perform all duties using your best judgment.
• Must comply with all Federal Aviation Regulations, Company Operations Manual, Operations Specifications, Standard Operating Procedures, and Company Policies and Procedures.
• No consumption of any alcoholic beverage including beers for a period of at least 12 hours prior to report to duty time.
• Confirm all present passengers are authorized to travel on the assigned flight
• Perform a complete pre-flight inspection, inclusive of a physical fuel check.
• Verify contents of Flight Kit and Minimum Equipment List prior to flight.
• Remain at Captain's Station while the aircraft is taking off or landing and during air travel unless the absence is necessary for the performance of duties.
• Ensure flight and duty records are updated, determine eligibility for the next flight assignment, and ensure any aircraft maintenance discrepancies are reported in accordance with Company Policies and Procedures.
• Notify ATC of the failure of any required navigational equipment during flight; comply with ATC instructions.
• Participate proactively in safety and quality systems by identifying, reporting, and mitigating hazards and quality issues; providing timely input to management; and applying systems processes to address quality and safety issues.
• Must maintain current Medical Certification and provide copy for flight records.
• Report and complete required training and re-training as required and requested.
• Must be able to freely enter and exit all international borders.
• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned by the Chief Pilot and/or Leadership.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Any other duty or responsibility assigned by the Program Director or Chief Medical Officer.

QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications listed are representative of those required to successfully fulfill the job responsibilities but may be adjusted for specific positions.

REQUIRED

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have Airline Transport Pilot Rating ATP (English Proficient).
• Based on St. Croix USVI or willing to relocate for the duration of the contract.
• Must have First Class Medical Certification
• 2000 hours total time flight; Minimum of 500 multi-engine
• Minimum of 250 hours Jet time or turbine
• 3-5 years' experience working in a twin-turbine aircraft
• 1-3 years' experience working in a multi-crew aircraft.
• 1-3 years' international work experience.
• 1-3 years' experience working as a corporate, military, or commercial airline pilot.
• Must be highly knowledgeable of the General Operations Manual, FAA Regulations, Operations Specifications, Flight Manuals, Standard Operating Procedures, Policies and Procedures, and other pertinent information relating to this duty.
• Must successfully complete training programs, demonstrating proficiency with job requirements.
• Must successfully complete a simulator check ride.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must have a valid Passport.
• Must be eligible to work in the US.
• Part 135 experience preferred

COMPETENCIES

Competency as defined by AeroMD's Standards.

SKILLS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to perform medical procedures and assessments, reach with hands and arms, and speak and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and smell. The employee is required to maintain adequate physical conditioning to be able to perform job duties. Job duties are often performed at high stress levels requiring employee to function effectively and independently while maintaining good working relationships with partners, patients, and customers.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions; and is frequently exposed to blood-borne pathogens or airborne particles, fumes and gases, electrical and chemical hazards and vibrations/turbulence. Pre-employment and annual physicals will be provided to include appropriate immunizations as required, back screening and a PPD skin test for tuberculosis.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud, requiring hearing protection while inflight and at a moderate level when in the hospital environment. Pre Employment and annual audiograms will be provided to monitor for hearing loss. Noise attenuation devices will be provided to all employees, but it is the employee's responsibility to utilize these devices to prevent hearing loss.