
IFR Relief Rotor Wing Pilot - Full Time
Sioux Falls, SDFull-time$40–66/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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Sanford Health seeks a licensed Relief Rotor Wing Pilot to provide coverage across multiple bases, flying rotor wing missions in compliance with FAA regulations. The role involves rotating shifts, on‑call duties, and requires strong critical‑thinking, interdisciplinary collaboration, and adherence to safety standards.
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Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
Facility: Heliport Location: Sioux Falls, SD Address: 1305 W 18th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57117, USA Shift: Rotating Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 40.00 Salary Range: $40.00 - $66.00
Department Details
Specific individuals in this role may be used as the Relief Pilot. The Relief Pilot will provide pilot coverage at all Sanford Air Transport RW bases, including Bemidji, MN; Fargo, ND; Bismarck, ND and Sioux Falls, SD. Schedule will vary from month-to-month. Additional pay incentive specific to the relief role. Qualified candidate must live in one of the major base markets.
Job Summary
The Relief Rotor Wing Pilot is a licensed rotor wing pilot who is assigned and oriented to Sanford Air Transport. The pilot is responsible for flying rotor wing flight missions requested by Sanford. Rotor wing pilots must comply with applicable Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations. An experienced pilot. Directly responsible for all operations pertaining to the safe efficient conduct of the flight from initial dispatch until termination of the flight. Good working knowledge of the company Operations Manual, Federal Aviation Regulations, Operations Specifications, Aircraft Flight Manual, and any other requirements pertinent to specific flights.
Demonstrate interdisciplinary skills when working with team members. Effective critical thinking skills to problem solve and immediately respond to changing environments. Pilots must maintain a weight of 240 pounds or less when fully dressed in uniform. May be required to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call. All pilots will share on-call and vacation coverage shifts.
Consistently project a positive image of the institution when dealing with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), physicians, patients, employees, and the public. All requirements put forth in FAR Part 119 and Part 135 must be met.
The Relief Rotor Wing Pilot will provide pilot coverage at all Sanford Air Transport RW bases. Bemidji, MN; Fargo, ND; Bismarck, ND and Sioux Falls, SD. Schedule will vary from month-to-month.
Qualifications
Completed training to possess at least a Commercial Certificate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) with a Rotorcraft Helicopter and an Instrument rating. An Airline Transport Pilot rating is preferred.
Possess at least a current second class medical certificate, must be current in commercial and instrument
flying. The pilot must have successfully completed an approved training program and passed an FAA check ride Part 135 before flying as Pilot In Command on patient missions.
Minimum of 2,000 helicopter flight hours. Must meet minimum CAMTS flight experience requirements.
Possess a current Commercial Rotorcraft-Helicopter Certificate with an Instrument Rating. Possess a current Second Class Medical Certificate.
Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [email protected] .
Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0275985 Job Function: Facilities and General Services Featured: No
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