NEMT Driver CalOptima

America West Transportation LLC•Garden Grove, CA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a courteous and friendly wheelchair Transport Driver who can deliver excellent customer service consistently. Drivers must assist clients getting in and out of the vehicle and assist clients with a "through the door" service. Applicants must have a flexible work schedule, to accommodate the business need.

Requirements

Valid state driver's license or commercial driver's license required.
Must have a valid specific state driver's license of posted job location for at least three (3) years preferred, with no more than one (1) moving violation or one (1) at fault accident in the last three (3) years.
Applicants must be familiar with using cellular phones and navigating around areas using a GPS.
Physical certifications: Non-DOT Physical, Drug, TB, and Breath Alcohol test
Acceptable background screens, which include but is not limited to criminal check and drug and alcohol screening
Valid Authorization to work in the U.S.
Lift up to 50 LBS, push up to 150 LBS
Bend from the waist
Pivot from waist
Be able to move from a standing position to kneeling position back to standing

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or GED equivalent is preferred but not required.
Valid CPR/First Aid card is preferred but not required.
Drivers should be familiar with the driving region and the surrounding areas.
Experience driving corporate clients and paratransit vehicles are a plus.
Experience working with the elderly population
Bilingual in another language in addition to English preferred

Responsibilities

Drivers are responsible for pre-inspection checks on all vehicles they are driving.
They must make sure all items or any other devices are stored away properly.
Drivers must drive clients to and from destinations in a safe manner.
Assist clients getting in and out of the vehicle.
Assist clients with a "through the door" service.