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Location:

Avera McKennan Hospital

Worker Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends/holidays (United States of America)

Pay Range:

_The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience._

$90,480.00 - $135,200.00

Position Highlights

Varied Shifts; 80hrs/2wks

You Belong at Avera

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

A Brief Overview

Responsible for flying helicopter missions requested by Avera. The pilot is directly responsible for all operations pertaining to the safe and efficient conduct of the flight from initial request until termination of the flight. Must have a good working knowledge of the company Operations Manual, Federal Aviation Regulations, Operations Specifications, Aircraft Flight Manual and any other requirements pertinent to specific flights. Must demonstrate interdisciplinary skills when working with team members. Must have effective critical thinking skills to problem solve and immediately respond to changing environments. May be required to work at all Avera Careflight bases/locations if the need arises.

What you will do

+ Obtains weather briefing and prepares flight plan(s) considering such factors as altitude to be flown, terrain and/or obstacles, weather, fuel load and airport facilities.

+ Ensures that all flight operations are conducted safely and in compliance with all FAR’S, Operations Specifications, and Avera’s policies/procedures.

+ Ensures that all Check List items are complied with according to the AFM.

+ Consults with Leader of Operations in solving operational problems and procedures.

+ Responsible and accountable for the ongoing operations of the flight program in compliance with established safety/quality standards, goals and objectives.

+ Coordinates with the Leader of Maintenance the timely correction of mechanical irregularities and discrepancies and scheduled maintenance.

+ Responds to flight requests within the guidelines of the flight program and assists crew with loading and unloading.

+ Assists with monthly program meetings and training.

+ Maintains a good working knowledge of the company Operations Manual, Federal Aviation Regulations, Operations Specifications, Aircraft Flight Manual, and any other requirements pertinent to specific flights and operations conducted by Careflight.

+ All Careflight personnel are responsible for maintaining physical health and proper weight, not to exceed 240 pounds.

Essential Qualifications

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

+ Commercial Pilot - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Required to have and maintain a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Certificate and instrument rating Upon Hire or

+ Airline Transport Pilot License - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate valid for Rotorcraft Category, Helicopter Class Upon Hire and

+ FAA Medical Class - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Current First or Second Class FAA Medical Certificate Upon Hire

+ 1500 total flight hours 1200 hours must be in helicopters. 1000 hours must be Pilot in Command rotorcraft hours.

+ 100 unaided night hours or 50 hours unaided, with 100 aided night hours 500 hours of turbine time.

Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

+ An Airline Transport Pilot rating

Expectations and Standards

+ Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.

+ Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.

+ Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.

+ Maintain confidentiality.

+ Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.

+ Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then Some

Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

+ PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.

+ Free health insurance options, for full-time single coverage on Avera High Deductible Health Plan

+ Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement

+ Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship

_Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to_ [email protected]_ _._

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.

The policy of Avera to provide opportunities for all qualified employees or applicants without regard to disability and to provide reasonable accommodations for all employees or applicants who may be disabled. Avera is committed to ensuring compliance in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act. For assistance, please contact HR Now at 605-504-4444.

Additional Notices:

For TTY, dial 711

Avera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.