Arkansas Children's

Pediatric hospital providing child healthcare services

Helicopter Pilot

Vehicle Operation & DeliveryConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeLittle Rock, AR, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
A Class 1 or Class 2 Federal Aviation Administration medical certification is required.
A Federal Aviation Administration commercial helicopter certificate with instrument rating is required.
The position requires safe operation of a medium-lift, twin-engine helicopter as a single pilot during day, night, night-vision-goggle, visual, and instrument flight conditions.
The position requires flight duty in a 24-hour hospital-based operation and adherence to Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems guidelines.

Responsibilities

Comply with all Federal Aviation Administration regulations, including Federal Aviation Regulations and Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations, the Angel One Transport General Aviation Operations Manual, Safety Manual, Training Manual, and Arkansas Children's policies and procedures.
Prepare visual flight rules and instrument flight rules flight plans in accordance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, the Arkansas Children's General Aviation Operations Manual, and Arkansas Children's policies.
Ensure the aircraft is prepared for flight in accordance with the Aircraft Operator's Manual and General Aviation Operations Manual, and check the aircraft discrepancy log to ensure discrepancies have been corrected or properly deferred.
Perform maintenance operational checks and/or flights, enter mechanical discrepancies into the aircraft logbook, and keep maintenance personnel and the Angel One Communications Center informed of aircraft status.
File, activate, and close flight plans.
Ensure proper completion of flight logs, manifest records, and maintenance forms.
Maintain proficiency as Pilot-in-Command under Federal Aviation Regulations Part 135.293/299 and maintain single-pilot instrument flight rules proficiency under Federal Aviation Regulations Part 135.297.
Notify the Director of Operations whenever a medical deficiency exists that could affect flight safety.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

An associate degree is recommended.
An Air Transport Pilot License issued by the Federal Aviation Administration is recommended.
A Certified Flight Instructor Helicopter certification issued by the Federal Aviation Administration is recommended.
A Certified Flight Instrument Instructor Helicopter certification issued by the Federal Aviation Administration is recommended.

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.

This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

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Work Shift:

Please see job description for details.

Time Type:

Full time

Department:

CC014051 Angel One Aviation

Summary:

$10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

Responsible for the safe operation of a medium lift twin engine helicopter in single pilot day/night/NVG visual and instrument flight condition. Performs flight duty in a 24 hour hospital based operation and adheres to CAMTS guidelines.

Additional Information:

Responsible for the safe operation of a medium lift twin engine helicopter in single pilot day/night/NVG visual and instrument flight condition. Performs flight duty in a 24 hour hospital based operation and adheres to CAMTS guidelines.

Required Education:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Recommended Education:

Associate Degree

Required Work Experience:

Recommended Work Experience:

Required Certifications:

Class 1 Medical Certification or Class 2 Medical Certification - FAA, Commercial Helicopter with Instrument - FAA

Recommended Certifications:

Air Transport Pilot License - FAA, Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) Helicopter - FAA, Certified Flight Instrument Instructor (CFII) Helicopter - FAA

Description

1. Complies with all FAA Regulations (FAR's, 14 CFR), Angel One Transport General Aviation Operations Manual, Safety Manual, Training Manual and all other Arkansas Children's policies and procedures.

2. Prepares VFR/IFR flight plans in accordance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, Arkansas Children's General Aviation Operations Manual, and Arkanas Children's policies.

3. Ensures aircraft is prepared for flight in accordance with the Aircraft Operator's Manual and General Aviation Operations Manual. Checks aircraft discrepancy log to ensure all discrepancies have been corrected or properly deferred.

4. Performs maintenance operational checks and/or flights and enters mechanical discrepancies into aircraft log book keeping maintenance personnel and Angel One Communications Center abreast of aircraft status.

5. Files, activates and closes flight plans.

6. Ensures proper completion of flight logs, manifest records and maintenance forms.

7. Maintains proficiency as Pilot-in-Command as per FAR Part 135.293/299 and Single Pilot Instrument Flight Rules (SPIFR) proficiency as per FAR Part 135.297.

8. Notifies the Director of Operations whenever a medical deficiency exists that would affect the safety of flight.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.

About the Company

Arkansas Children's

Pediatric hospital providing child healthcare services

Arkansas Children’s Hospital provides pediatric medical care across many specialties through a Little Rock-based hospital and a network of clinics. It delivers emergency, inpatient and outpatient care, diagnostic services, and disease-specific clinics, with care coordinated through doctors, referrals, and online tools like patient portals and bill payment. The hospital stands out by focusing on family-centered, kid-specific care, offering extensive community programs, education, and research through the Arkansas Children’s Research Institute and clinical trials. Its goal is to improve children’s health by delivering comprehensive care close to home, expand access with new facilities in Northwest Arkansas, and support families with resources and partnerships.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $36.7M
Headquarters: Little Rock, AR
Founded: 1912

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