Chair Car Driver - Medical Transportation

Hartford Healthcare•Meriden, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hunter’s Ambulance Service, a licensed commercial ambulance company owned and operated by Hartford HealthCare Emergency Medical Services, is seeking a Chair Car Driver. This role involves transporting ambulatory and non-ambulatory patients for healthcare-related needs. The company operates six locations across central and southern Connecticut and provides both emergency and non-emergency medical care. Hunter's Ambulance Service is committed to providing pre-hospital care and transportation with a staff of highly trained professionals, making it one of the leading providers of emergency medical services in Connecticut.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Valid CT Operator’s License with Public Service Passenger and Student Endorsement
CPR certified

Responsibilities

Transports ambulatory and non-ambulatory patients for health care related needs.
Safely transport wheelchair-bound patients to and from scheduled destinations.
Assist patients with entering and exiting the vehicle while ensuring their comfort and safety.
Properly secure wheelchairs and all required safety restraints prior to transport.
Provide courteous, compassionate, and professional customer service to patients, families, and healthcare staff.
Maintain effective communication with dispatch regarding trip status, delays, schedule changes, and patient needs.
Ability to safely lift, push, pull, and maneuver patients and equipment in accordance with company policy.