Driver - Ambulance | Wheaton - PRN

Sanford Health • Wheaton, MN

82d • $15 - $23

About The Position

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. The position involves combining motor vehicle handling ability, communication skills, and patient/resident handling. Patient/resident sensitivity and confidentiality are a must, and are practiced at all times. The driver must develop an understanding of the patient's/resident's physical and emotional status, working with all ages of patients/residents. Responsibilities include safe transportation as scheduled, maintaining support equipment, setting up equipment according to recommendations, and maintaining appropriate records per Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Driver history must comply with Sanford driver qualification standards for insurability.
• Must have a current valid driver’s license.
• Must meet all medical guidelines for Sanford Health Category II drivers.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; must be certified within six months if not certified at time of hire.
• If operating an ambulance in Minnesota, must complete an approved EMR driver course.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients/residents safely and as scheduled.
• Maintain and ensure all support equipment is in good operating condition.
• Set up equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and internal policy.
• Maintain appropriate records per Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements.
• Communicate scheduling conflicts as needed or predicted.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees