Medical Transport Driver

Geisinger•Danville, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs safe and efficient transport of patients and items to and from nursing units and other departments in accordance with established policies and procedures. Work is typically performed in a transportation vehicle, office, residences, commercial buildings, medical facilities, and public places. Requires the ability to lift at least 50 pounds. Requires sitting and driving a vehicle for an extended period of time. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
Valid Driver's License
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
Requires sitting and driving a vehicle for an extended period of time

Responsibilities

Delivers supplies, equipment, medication and other materials to the patient units, and other designated areas in a safe, timely, and accurate manner.
Ensures that a handoff of medication occurs with the nurse.
Maintain a courteous professional demeanor and communicates appropriately with patients, visitors, hospital personnel, and fellow employees at all times.
Perform inspections and disinfecting procedures on transportation equipment utilized by the department.
Records transportation data electronically and manually on appropriate forms and logs utilized by the department.
Reports the status of transportation activities and abnormal activities to the manager in charge.
Transport patients and adjunct equipment via prescribed vehicles between patient units, treatment centers, and their designated areas in a safe, timely, and accurate manner.