Driver

Indian Health Board of Minneapolis • Minneapolis, MN

14d

About The Position

Our drivers are primarily responsible for providing non-emergency transportation services for patients to and from their appointments at IHB. Additionally, they are responsible for driving company provided vehicles, adhering to appointment schedules, attending to clients' needs as necessary, as well as ensuring vehicles are in proper and safe-working condition.

Requirements

• Clean driving record. Must be insurable under IHB's insurance.
• Knowledge of basic and preventative automobile maintenance.
• Knowledge of metropolitan area.
• Good communication skills.
• Knowledge of and ability to adhere to Indian Health Board policies including Attendance Policy.
• Ability to understand and meet the needs of the patient through respectful, courteous and caring interactions with patients, families and other health professionals.
• Knows, understands and adheres to organizational policy related to the patient's rights for confidential care.
• Knowledge and respect of the American Indian culture.
• Actively participates and works positively, flexibly and cooperatively in a team effort to accomplish the goals of the Indian Health Board of Minneapolis.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from clinic according to daily ride schedule. Record patient fail or cancellation on schedule.
• Keep record of mileage in/out for each trip. Record number of passengers transported and the clinic the patient(s) attended.
• Adhere to Minnesota driving laws when driving Indian Health Board vehicles.
• Attend department and IHB staff meetings.
• Keep cars clean inside and out
• Monitor mileage for oil change, tune-up and other regularly scheduled maintenance. Report all repair work and scheduled maintenance to Transportation Supervisor.
• Keep cellular phones charged and working. Report any problems or issues to Transportation Manager.
• Keep cars filled with gas. Get cars filled when tank level reaches ¼. Purchase windshield washer fluid (if you are low) and note this on the receipt.
• Be of assistance to clients at all times. Help clients in and out of cars (especially elderly and disabled), aid clients in getting to place of appointment when necessary, assist parents/guardians with several children, and assist clients in inclement weather.
• Ensure passengers are properly restrained before transporting. Children must be in car seats, booster seats or using seat belts. Ensure adults are wearing a seat belt. Any client not in compliance should not be transported.
• Sign children in and out of the office when picking them up at school. Children must be signed in at school even if IHB did not pick them up from there.
• Sanitize and wipe down seats and armrests after each transport.
• Other duties deemed necessary by Supervisor.
• Assist with phone calls to confirm rides when needed.
• Transport labs, specimens, and supplies when requested
• Take deposits and requests for change to the bank when requested.
• Wear assigned identification at all times while driving for IHB.

Benefits

• Platinum benefits package available for employees working 30 hours per week or more: Health, Dental, FSA
• Company paid long term and life insurance
• Generous paid time-off
• Retirement savings plan with employer match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed