Driver - Long Term Care - PRN / As Needed

Sanford Health•Howard Lake, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Driver combines motor vehicle handling ability, communication skills and patient/resident handling. Patient/resident sensitivity and confidentiality are a must, and are practiced at all times. Combine communication skills and patient/resident handling. On a continuum the driver must develop an understanding of the patient's/resident's physical and emotional status. Works with all ages of patients/residents. Transports safely and as scheduled. Assures that all support equipment are well maintained and in good operating condition. Sets up equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and internal policy. Maintains appropriate records per Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements and internal required reports. Aware and communicates scheduling conflicts as needed or predicted.

Requirements

Driver's License (No CDL required).
DOT physical and annual Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) required.
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Must be 21 years of age or older and have excellent customer service skills.
Driver history must comply with Sanford driver qualification standards for insurability.
Must meet all medical guidelines for Sanford Health Category II drivers.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. If not certified at time of hire, must be certified within six months.

Responsibilities

Transport new residents from area hospitals to Howard Lake, MN and current residents for activity outings.
Assures that all support equipment are well maintained and in good operating condition.
Sets up equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and internal policy.
Maintains appropriate records per Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements and internal required reports.
Aware and communicates scheduling conflicts as needed or predicted.