Hospital Tripper DSP

Merakey • Pittsburgh, PA

28d • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for transporting residents to and from medical appointments, as well as to and from SFRs or Program Centers. The DSP will also be responsible for daily vehicle inspections, routine maintenance, and ensuring the cleanliness and general appearance of the vehicles. They will maintain trip logs, familiarize themselves with medical facilities, review trip packs for necessary documents, and ensure timely arrival at appointments. The DSP will develop and maintain professional relationships with medical personnel, maintain confidentiality, and be aware of residents' needs for appointments, including clothing, personal items, and lunches. They will be in-serviced on specialized client needs and obtain signed consultation sheets. Upon return, they will verbally report to the Health Services Supervisor, Nursing Coordinator, or SFR Nurse. Additionally, the DSP will assist residents with activities of daily living, administer medication (maintaining a Medication Administration Certificate), implement and document behavior management programs, promote a positive self-image, provide guidance in social interactions, and ensure resident safety. They will attend required in-services, cope with resident issues, work cooperatively with personnel, and assist with clerical duties. The role requires the physical ability to lift and transfer residents and utilize a beeper/cell phone if necessary.

Requirements

• Previous experience driving various vehicles.
• Must maintain a valid operator’s license.
• A high school diploma is required.

Nice To Haves

• Related work experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Transport residents to and from medical trips, SFRs, or Program Centers.
• Inspect vehicles daily for cleanliness, routine maintenance, bodily damage, and general appearance, and report any problems.
• Be aware of routine and scheduled mechanical maintenance and maintain cleanliness of vehicles.
• Maintain Trip Logs on a daily basis.
• Familiarize self with doctors, clinics, and various hospital environments.
• Review trip pack prior to client appointments to ensure needed documents are present and familiarize self with consult.
• Report to appropriate appointment on time and inform parties of any pertinent information.
• Develop and maintain professional rapport with personnel of doctors’ offices, clinics, and hospitals.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Be aware of residents’ needs (i.e., change of clothing, personal items, lunches, etc.) for medical appointments.
• Obtain signed Consultation Sheet from consultants upon completion of evaluation and return consult to appropriate personnel.
• Verbally report to Health Services Supervisor, Nursing Coordinator or SFR Nurse upon return.
• Assist the residents with activities of daily living; such as toileting, eating and other personal hygiene.
• Administer medication to clients while on medical trips, maintain Medication Administration Certificate.
• Implementation and documentation of residents Behavior Management Programs.
• Promote a positive self-image.
• Provide guidance in social and appropriate community interaction.
• Insure the safety of the residents is maintained at all times by maintaining a safe environment.
• Attend in-services as required.
• Cope with day-to-day problems and feelings of the resident and report observations on individual behavior.
• Work cooperatively with all personnel.
• Assist with clerical and organizational duties as assigned.
• Physically able to lift and transfer residents.
• Utilize beeper/cell phone while on trips if necessary.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED