PACE Medical Transporter I (Central Valley PACE - Merced)

Golden Valley Health Centers • MERCED, CA

1d • $22 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Transportation Coordinator, the Medical Transporter I is responsible for the direct transportation of physically limited passengers to and from their destinations. This position requires constant interaction with caregivers and community agencies. The schedule is Monday – Friday, working from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Requirements

• Valid CA Driver's License, acceptable driving record, and vehicle insurance.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment and operate handicap accessible vehicles.
• Meet a standardized set of competencies for the specific position description established by Central Valley PACE and approved by CMS before working independently.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required, or Class A in lieu of education.
• Minimum six (6) months experience transporting individuals with special mobility needs required.
• Current BLS CPR Card certified by the American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nurse Assistant preferred.
• Prior personal care assistance experience, or ability to pass internal competencies, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Effectively communicates with participants, families, staff and other agencies and departments.
• Drives a specially equipped van to deliver physically limited persons to varied destinations.
• Assures wheelchair lifts and tie down equipment are properly operated and participants are delivered to appointments in a timely manner.
• Follows established schedules, adjusts schedules to meet unanticipated changes, and determines the safest and most efficient pick-up and delivery routes.
• Assists passengers on and off the van in a safe and courteous manner. Will work with medical equipment and manage other emergencies that may arise.
• Participates as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team. Attends staff meetings and takes part in participant care planning. Communicates any changes in participant condition to team members.
• Observes each participant for any change in physical, mental, emotional and social functioning and shall report such changes to the licensed nurse.
• Inspects van and maintains it in a clean, orderly and safe condition.
• The driver must exhibit exceptional customer service to patients, families, case managers, facilities, physicians, and nurses.
• Completes driver log each time the vehicle is used. Keep an accurate record of all facility transports, mileage and times. Provides facility administrator with completed logs.
• Inspects the company vehicle monthly using the Vehicle Maintenance Log.
• Reports all maintenance or vehicle needs to the facility administrator timely and follow up as appropriate.
• Assists with maintaining all maintenance records and other records regarding the company vehicle.
• Ability to interact professionally and respectfully with geriatric individuals including those with cognitive decline and/or physical frailties.
• Completes documentation as required. Coordination of 24 hour care delivery.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with an employer match, Roth 403(b) option, plus a 401(a) retirement benefit after one year of service.
• Flexible Savings Account
• Work/life balance: 13 days of vacation, 11 days honored as Paid Holiday Off – 2 are half days (New Years Day and Christmas Eve Day).

What This Job Offers

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