Medical Transportation Driver

Seneca Nation Health System•City of Salamanca, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The incumbent ensures that safe transportation is provided to Seneca Nation Health System (SNHS) patients. This role involves daily vehicle inspections, patient transport to and from health facilities, and maintaining a clean and well-maintained vehicle. The driver will also handle package deliveries, maintain records, and communicate effectively with patients and staff, upholding the mission and values of SNHS. A trauma-informed approach is essential in patient interactions.

Requirements

Valid and clean N.Y.S. Class E (livery/taxi) driver’s license OR CDL with Passenger endorsement, required.
Ability to lift heavy objects, as some passengers may require assistance with mobility devices.
Minimum age of 21 years due to insurance requirements.
Must be able to work flexible hours, including early mornings and late afternoons.
Must have a current (within 30 days) driving abstract.
Must pass the SNI NTSI class after a successful 90 probation period.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of previous experience in commercial driving, such as school bus driving or paratransit, is preferred.
Experience in a large hospital, academic medical center, outpatient health care setting, or Indian Health Service (IHS)/tribal health, preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspects vehicle for defects and safe operating conditions daily and provides written documentation of each inspection.
Drives vehicle to transport patients to and from the health center or other health facilities with pick up at the patients residence.
Represents the organization with positive and professional interactions.
Adheres to all traffic laws and regulations in a conscientious and safe manner.
Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for patient comfort.
Assists patients boarding and exiting vehicle, if necessary.
Ensures vehicle is clean and well-maintained at all times.
Makes deliveries and pick-ups of health related packages and documents.
Maintains records of patient pick-up and drop-off times, trips and miles driven.
Reports any vehicle malfunctions to supervisor and fleet management.
Works to promote cooperative staff efforts to provide and maintain high quality service to patients, physicians and other staff to assure quality patient care.
Communicates effectively with patients to provide information and assistance.
Upholds and promotes the value and integrity of the Seneca Nation Health System’s mission statement. Will promote SNHS in a positive manner.
Provides care through a trauma-informed lens by incorporating key principles of both physical and psychological environment safety, trustworthiness and transparency, collaboration of decision-making during treatment plan developments, empowerment of patients by recognizing and building upon individual strengths, as well as recognizing and respecting the diversity of cultural backgrounds and sensitivity.
Participates and completes all mandatory staff meetings, trainings, and in-services.
Follows all policies and procedures of the department, SNHS, and Seneca Nation.