Driver - Good Samaritan - Albert Lea - FT - Day Shift

Sanford Health • Albert Lea, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Driver position at Good Samaritan Society – Albert Lea involves combining motor vehicle handling ability, communication skills, and patient/resident handling. The facility is an 80-bed long-term skilled care and transitional care facility located in southern Minnesota, also offering assisted living and senior housing services at Hidden Creek and Bancroft Creek Estates Senior Living Communities. The role requires sensitivity and confidentiality when interacting with patients and residents of all ages, ensuring their safe and scheduled transport. The driver is also responsible for maintaining support equipment in good operating condition, setting it up according to policy, and keeping appropriate records as per Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements and internal reports. Communication regarding scheduling conflicts is also a key aspect of the role.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a current valid driver’s license.
• 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; training will be provided).
• Excellent customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Previous experience in transportation.

Responsibilities

• Combine motor vehicle handling ability, communication skills and patient/resident handling.
• Practice patient/resident sensitivity and confidentiality at all times.
• Develop an understanding of the patient's/resident's physical and emotional status.
• Transport safely and as scheduled.
• Assure that all support equipment are well maintained and in good operating condition.
• Set up equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and internal policy.
• Maintain appropriate records per Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements and internal required reports.
• Be aware and communicate scheduling conflicts as needed or predicted.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees