MOBILE UNIT DRIVER

Nevada Health Centers I•Las Vegas, NV

About The Position

The Mobile Van driver is responsible for maintaining a valid Nevada driver’s license and required training to drive and maintain NVHC mobile units (medical and dental van) and must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations. Travel is necessary to perform important parts of this job. Travel to multiple facilities or work sites requiring both single and multiple days’ stays. Nevada Health Centers is an employer of choice and offers comprehensive benefits, including but not limited to: Competitive compensation, with annual merit increases Company sponsored PPO medical plan and buy-up option, vision, and dental plans 403(b) retirement plan with employer match Generous time-off policy, and ten (10) paid holidays plus one (1) float holiday Company paid life/AD&D and long-term disability policies

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least two years large vehicle driving experience.
Possess and maintain a valid Nevada Driver’s License/Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)/Class A or B Driver’s License (required) including DOT random drug testing requirements.
Ability/flexibility to travel for multiple days; when applicable
Ability to read, write legibly and calculate mathematical figures.
Ability to have access to personal vehicle; supply NVHC with proof of insurance if requested.
Ability to exercise good judgement in appraising situations and making decisions

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of the essential functions of medical mammography and /or women’s health and/or Dental van.
Knowledge of general office practices and procedures.
Knowledge of computers i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook. Skill in operating personal computer utilizing word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and e-mail.
Ability to communicate via written and verbal communication with clients, patients, and colleagues.
Skill in operating office equipment: calculator, copy machine, scanner, fax machine, and telephone.
Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and ability to troubleshoot and make minor engine repairs and/or minor maintenance repairs, when necessary, in remote locations.
Knowledge of biohazard waste disposal and precautions.
Knowledge of equipment contained in vehicles: electrical, plumbing and water, holding tanks, generator(s), handicap access, A/C & heating, leveling jack systems, etc.
Ability to navigate large rig in heavy/congested traffic. Move through narrow, enclosed, or elevated spaces. As well as sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces.

Responsibilities

The driver is responsible for the driving, set up, operations, upkeep and maintenance of both tractor/trailer, both outside and inside.
Adhere to the assigned schedule for the mobile program and assure all travel arrangements are made in advance.
Coordinates travel for self to leave van area during patient visit hours whenever possible, coordinate return to van at end of day whenever possible.
Operate tractor/trailer safely by adhering to all safety requirements: inspect mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment of tractor/trailer unit before, during and after trips and identify potential hazards, or recognize safety alarms.
Maintain a working cell phone during all required work times.
Assure all Department of Transportation requirements, including visible exterior vehicle sticker for annual inspection, are met at all times.
Maintain records by retaining paperwork, electronic logs (e.g. hours of service log) and forms (e.g. forms required by the Department of Transportation, local, state and federal agencies).
Coordinates monthly and ongoing maintenance and/or repairs with appropriate vendors, assuring quotes for service are received and approved by leadership prior to service being provided.
Plan routes based on local and state traffic laws and local restrictions: follow routes according to information from maps, Google Maps and/or navigation system.
Upon destination arrival, performs all necessary setup duties to ensure van is patient accessible for services provided.
Cleans the van after each patient day after returning van to night parking area. Cleaning includes sweeping, mopping, dusting, emptying trash and emptying gray and black water as needed.
Exemplifies in daily behavior customer service standards of NVHC.
Ability to communicate in a courteous and professional manner.
Professional respectful communication with supervisor, co-workers and customers.
Constantly alert for ways to improve customer service, improve patient flow, increase productivity, and improve utilization of resources communicating ideas to supervisor.
Participates in quality management projects as requested.
Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
Adheres to policy regarding incident forms and/or patient/client complaints.
Notifies supervisor of unusual occurrences or risk management issues.
Attends and actively participates in team meetings.