Days

UHS•Amarillo, TX

About The Position

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495-bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work. A hospital is only as good as its employees. That's why we're looking for professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values. Visit us online at: https://www.nwths.com/careers Position Summary: Under the general supervision of the Security Department, Driver is responsible for providing transportation services to the hospital community during the assigned shift. The Driver shall respond safely, effectively, and efficiently to all related matters that come to his/her attention and in the performance of these activities, or others as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Current valid Texas Driver’s License
A Driver’s Record validation is required annually for all authorized drivers of owned or leased vehicles and for all candidates who are required to utilize their personal vehicle during the course of authorized company business. Authorized drivers cannot have any of the following: • A State record indicating that the driver’s license is currently revoked, suspended or that the status is not valid and current; • Multiple violations for driving without insurance; • Two at-fault accidents during the past three (3) years; • Three moving violations during the last three (3) years; and, • Driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) convictions.
Current valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License
Ability to read and write in English fluently.
Ability to communicate with staff, physicians, support agencies, patients, families, vendors and others.
Ability to remain calm and composed under stress.
Ability to tolerate extreme temperatures, weather, and humidity for prolonged periods.
Ability to respond to pages, telephones, and other auditory stimulation
Ability to discriminate color.
Ability to evaluate and interpret information and make independent decisions.
Bending, lifting (10-50 lbs.) from floor to waist, grasping, fine eye/hand coordination, pushing and pulling.
Physical ability to maintain a Texas Commercial Driver's License
Ability to sit/stand for prolonged periods of time
Ability to climb stairs
Ability to bend/stoop/kneel
Ability to walk on uneven surfaces
Ability to carry 25 lbs
Ability to push/generate 50 lbs of force
Ability to pull/generate 50 lbs of force
Exposure to infectious organisms, agents and toxic chemicals

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience in driving 20+ passenger shuttle bus (1-2 years).

Responsibilities

Provides transportation for NWTHS employees, students, faculty, and physicians by driving the designated campus shuttle routes.
Responsible for shuttle maintenance including cleaning, fuel supply etc.
Completes all necessary shuttle usage summaries as required.