Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Driver (Paratransit)
About The Position
As a Paratransit Driver, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and timely transportation of patients to and from medical facilities who may or may not use a wheelchair or wheelchair like device (i.e.; powerchair, three wheeled scooter, transport chair, etc.). You will be responsible for driving patients to their appointments, ensuring their comfort and safety during the journey. Additionally, you will be required to maintain accurate records of patient pick-up and drop-off times, odometer, and signature, as well as any other relevant information. Your role will be critical in ensuring that patients receive the care they need in a timely and efficient manner.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license
- Be at least 18 years old with 2 years of driving experience
- Pass pre-hire work physical and passing TB test
- Pass pre-hire alcohol and drug test
- Pass pre-hire background check (FBI/BCI)
- Clean driving record with no more than 4 points
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to assist (NOT LIFT) patients as needed providing door-to-door service
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Minimal driving infractions
- Clean criminal record
- Ability to pass all pre employment tasks and trainings
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a similar role
- First Aid and CPR certification
Responsibilities
- Transport patients to and from medical (and occasionally non-medical) appointments in a safe and timely manner
- Ensure patient comfort and safety during transportation
- Maintain accurate records of patient pick-up and drop-off times and odometer readings
- Communicate effectively with clients, dispatch and management team
- Perform pre/post trip inspections
- Transport all patients without discrimination
- Perform transportation, as instructed, via the scheduled time and place located on the work tablet and routing system
- Report all incidents and accidents, immediately, to dispatch and supervisor
- Execute wheelchair tie-downs and seat belt securement, using in-vehicle restraint system
- Manuever clients, in wheelchairs, to and from vehicle and into/out of the vehicle.
- Identify safety risks of wheelchairs (broken brakes, broken wheels) and report to client and supervisor if safety risks pose a liability risk for travel
- All other duties as assigned by the supervising staff members
Benefits
- Accrued Tenured Escalating Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance Available for full-time employees
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
