Driver - Long Term Care - PRN / As Needed
About The Position
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. Join our team at the Good Samaritan Society in Howard Lake! Our 32 bed nursing home has a great team with a fantastic level of support from our community! Seeking a Driver – Resident Transport: Transport new residents from area hospitals to Howard Lake, MN and current residents for activity outings. Typical Transport Time: 3–4 hours per trip. Primary Driving Area: MN Twin Cities metro area and Howard Lake area. Vehicle: Small 15-passenger bus. Requirements: Driver's License (No CDL required). DOT physical and annual Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) required. Scheduling: Notifications typically come mid-morning for same-day transports. Resident activity outings are planned in advance. Primarily weekday hours, with occasional weekend/holiday transports. Estimated Hours: Varies week to week; typically 1–2 days per week. Summary 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.
- 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. If not certified at time of hire, must be certified within six months.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Transport new residents from area hospitals to Howard Lake, MN and current residents for activity outings.
- Transport 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.
Benefits
- Training will be provided.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
