Ambulette Driver - LifeLink Transition Clinic - PRN
About The Position
The Patient Transport/Driver is responsible for providing transport of patients to and from the hospital for various tests, procedures, therapy and treatment. As approved by manager, transports a variety of medical equipment and or supplies. Transports other staff members, VP’s, etc. when request to various meetings or events. Responsible for ensuring patients/passengers arrive on time for scheduled tests, rehab, therapy, etc. Plans daily routes and patient distribution in advance to ensure that all schedules are meet. Ensures safe transportation of patients and/or passengers. Responsible for vehicle upkeep, maintenance, cleanliness, and gas records. Demonstrates a caring, sensitive approach to all passengers. Liaison with other Health Care staff as necessary.
Requirements
- Education: High School Graduate or equivalent.
- Licensure/Certification: Must have a current valid SC Drivers License.
- Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card.
- Must have an excellent driving record.
- Must have a caring disposition, good social skills, tack and diplomacy.
- Develop an intimate knowledge of regular patients.
- Knowledgeable in the geographical areas of Charleston and the Lowcountry.
- This position requires operation of a vehicle for Roper St. Francis Healthcare business. Due to this job requirement, the selected candidate/employee must possess a valid, current South Carolina driver's license. In addition, the selected candidate/employee must be insurable under the Roper St. Francis Healthcare vehicle insurance plan, which will be verified by reviewing licensure and driving record.
- Heavy physical effort, lift/carry up to 60 lbs.
- Prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking, pushes/pulls or moves/lifts heavy equipment/supplies.
- Sits for long periods in vehicle while driving or waiting for patients/passengers.
- Must be willing to work weekends and night when requested.
- Must be flexible with hours to work shifts, weekends and holiday.
- Must be able to work in a hospital environment.
- Must be able to work during extreme heat and cold temperatures.
Nice To Haves
- Experience: Preferred at least one year of experience as driver/patient transport.
Responsibilities
- providing transport of patients to and from the hospital for various tests, procedures, therapy and treatment
- transports a variety of medical equipment and or supplies
- Transports other staff members, VP’s, etc. when request to various meetings or events
- ensuring patients/passengers arrive on time for scheduled tests, rehab, therapy, etc
- Plans daily routes and patient distribution in advance to ensure that all schedules are meet
- Ensures safe transportation of patients and/or passengers
- Responsible for vehicle upkeep, maintenance, cleanliness, and gas records
- Demonstrates a caring, sensitive approach to all passengers
- Liaison with other Health Care staff as necessary
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
