VFR Helicopter Pilot Air Medical Transport Job at Total Aviation Staffing, LLC, Rushville, IN

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  • Total Aviation Staffing, LLC
  • Rushville, IN

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Total Aviation Staffing is hiring a VFR Helicopter Pilot for our client, a leading air medical transport provider supporting life-saving missions across the country.

This position is based in Rushville, Indiana and is ideal for an experienced helicopter pilot who wants to do meaningful, mission-driven work in the air medical industry. In this role, you will support critical medical transport operations, helping move patients and medical crews safely and efficiently when timing, judgment, and professionalism matter most.

If you are a safety-focused pilot with strong VFR/NVG experience, turbine helicopter time, and the ability to perform under pressure, this is a strong opportunity to join a respected air medical operation with excellent incentives, off-duty housing, and a stable rotational schedule.

What You’ll Be Flying

This role supports Bell 407 VFR/NVG operations in a 24-hour air medical environment. An instrument rating is required , and pilots should be comfortable operating in both day and night rotations.

Why This Role Stands Out

This is more than a standard helicopter pilot position. You will be part of an air medical team where your aviation experience, decision-making, and professionalism directly support emergency medical care.

This opportunity offers:

  • Sign-on bonus up to $75,000
  • Location bonus up to 12.5%
  • 7-on / 7-off schedule
  • Off-duty housing available
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Competitive pay and benefits
  • Shift bonuses and incentives
  • Annual safety bonus
  • Annual employee bonus
  • Mission-driven flying in the air medical industry
  • Opportunity to participate in community outreach programs
Key Responsibilities

As a VFR Helicopter Pilot , you will:

  • Perform line pilot duties in accordance with company operating procedures.
  • Operate aircraft safely and efficiently in support of air medical missions.
  • Support the company’s Safety Management System and other safety initiatives.
  • Work closely with medical crews, communications teams, maintenance personnel, and leadership.
  • Provide safe, efficient, courteous, and reliable service to internal and external customers.
  • Participate in community outreach programs as needed.
  • Assist with loading and unloading patients and equipment when required.
  • Maintain compliance with FAA, CAMTS, company, and customer requirements.
  • Demonstrate sound judgment, strong communication, and professionalism during flight operations.
Required Qualifications

The successful candidate will have:

  • Commercial Helicopter Rating
  • Instrument Helicopter Rating
  • First Class Medical Certificate
  • Minimum 2,000 total flight hours
  • Minimum 1,500 helicopter hours
  • Minimum 1,000 PIC helicopter hours
  • Minimum 500 turbine helicopter hours
  • Minimum 100 hours unaided night operations
    or
    50 hours unaided night and 100 hours NVG
  • Ability to meet and maintain the company’s flight personnel weight restriction policy of 235 lbs. or less
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong internal and external customer service skills
  • Ability to successfully interview with customer and management teams
  • Ability to pass a pre-placement physical exam, drug screening, and background check
Physical Requirements

This role requires the ability to assist with loading and unloading patients and equipment. Candidates must be able to pass a functional capacity exam, including a strength and flexibility assessment, with the ability to lift up to 100 lbs.

Schedule and Location Details
  • Schedule: 7 days on / 7 days off
  • Location: Rushville, IN
  • Off-duty housing is available.
  • Schedule changes may be required based on base needs.
  • Annual flu vaccine is not required.
Additional Details

If an aircraft transition is required, a minimum one-year service requirement may apply. If relocation assistance is used, a minimum two-year service requirement may apply.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced VFR Helicopter Pilot , Air Medical Pilot , EMS Helicopter Pilot , or Bell 407 Pilot looking for a meaningful aviation role where your skills directly support life-saving missions, we encourage you to apply today.

Total Aviation Staffing connects qualified aviation professionals with career opportunities across commercial aviation, business aviation, MRO, aerospace manufacturing, defense, air medical operations, and aviation technology.

Job Tags

Relocation package, Shift work, Night shift

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