Rotor Wing Pilot in

Command Date Posted:

1 October 2026

Closing Date:

October 31, 2026

Recruiter:

Intermountain Health Location:

North Wilkesboro, North Carolina Salary:

USD125,000

to

USD165,000

Job Type & Industry:

Technology Risk Contract Type:

Permanent Job Reference:

2996437889-2 Apply for this job now Job Description Intermountain Health seeks a Rotor Wing Pilot in Command to support air medical transport within our Healthcare & Medical Services system. Based in the Transportation & Logistics department, you will safely operate rotor-wing aircraft for time-critical patient transfers, collaborating with flight nurses, medics, and dispatch to deliver mission-driven, patient-centered care. Responsibilities include preflight planning, executing IFR/VFR flights, strict adherence to FARs and HEMS protocols, and proactive risk management. Join a compassionate, team-based culture offering professional development, competitive benefits, and the chance to improve community health across the region. Responsibilities Serve as Pilot in Command for rotor-wing air medical transport missions, ensuring safety as the top priority. Conduct thorough preflight planning, including weather, fuel, performance, and risk assessment. Operate aircraft under IFR/VFR in compliance with FAA regulations, company SOPs, and HEMS protocols. Collaborate closely with medical crew, dispatch, and ground teams to coordinate safe, timely patient transport. Maintain accurate flight, maintenance, and incident documentation as required by regulations and policy. Participate in ongoing training, check rides, and safety programs, including CRM and NVG (if applicable). Monitor aircraft systems and coordinate with maintenance to ensure airworthiness and readiness. Exercise sound aeronautical decision-making, including go/no-go decisions and alternate planning. Support a patient-centered, compassionate culture aligned with Intermountain Health's mission and values. Represent Intermountain Health professionally with patients, families, and partner agencies. Required Skills Rotor-wing aircraft operation IFR/VFR flight operations Aviation safety and risk management Helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) Weight and balance/performance planning Airspace and regulations (FAR Part 135) Crew Resource Management (CRM) Advanced navigation and avionics use Night vision goggle (NVG) operations Aviation weather interpretation