Mobility Transportation Driver

Life EMS•Kalamazoo, MI

47d•$18 - $18

About The Position

Responsible for safely transporting wheelchair patients to and from their destinations. Do you enjoy helping others? Do you love driving? You career in health care starts here! Life EMS Ambulance is dedicated to being the very best in all that we do, and that begins with our team. We are committed to creating a rewarding work environment for all of our associates, which is reflected in our national and regional recognition as one of the "Top 100 Best & Brightest Workplaces." We strive to provide the best patient care and service excellence, while providing PPE for all associates to keep everyone safe. If you desire the same commitment to excellence, we invite you to consider joining our team today!

Requirements

Knowledge of city streets and traffic regulations.
Responsible for maintaining a positive working relationship with fellow associates, hospital and nursing home personnel, as well as the general public.
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must maintain a valid State of Michigan Chauffeur license and a good driving record
Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
Must be interviewed by a Life EMS designee
Must pass all Life EMS pre-employment requirements as outlined on the Conditional Offer of Employment
Must meet all local licensing requirements
Must possess or obtain a current BLS CPR card
Drive using wrist motions to manipulate steering wheel frequently and rotating neck
Lift and carry wheelchairs weighing 45 pounds
Push, pull wheelchairs and lift during stair ascend/descend with 130 pound patient
Pull vans wheelchair elevation platform
Lift and transfer 130 pound patient from chair to wheelchair, buckle and unbuckle wheelchair to floor platform
Ability to wear an N95 mask or similar if needed. Facial hair, except for a mustache to the corners of the mouth, is prohibited.

Responsibilities

Ensure daily customer happiness
Provides safe, efficient, and comfortable transport of patients
Effective communicator
Follows all applicable federal, state, and local laws, statues, and regulations
Drives in a safe manner, following Life EMS safe driving standards and techniques
Maintains a clean, well-organized vehicle
Completes invoices and other paperwork completely and accurately
Is proficient in using maps and has a thorough working knowledge of the area
Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Paid time off - two weeks of vacation time within your first year
100% scholarships for EMT and Paramedic schooling
Free continuing education classes
Life Insurance that is free coverage up to $40,000 for an associate. Additional coverage is available.
Flexible spending accounts for medical and child care
Long term and short term disability insurance
401k retirement plan
Length of Service Bonus'
Free vaccinations
Uniforms are provided and an annual boot allowance
Associate Assistance Program with free counseling sessions for associates and their family members
Wellness Activities