PACE Bus Driver (Murrieta)

Neighborhood Healthcare•Murrieta, CA

3d•$23 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Neighborhood Healthcare PACE is a managed medical plan built around surrounding participants with a team of physicians, nurses, social workers, therapists and care coordinators to help them maintain good health and a good quality of life. Our goal is to keep our seniors happy and healthy at home surrounded by their family and community. As a private, non-profit 501(C) (3) community health organization, we serve over 500k medical, dental, and behavioral health visits from more than 100,000 people annually. With two PACE centers located in Riverside County, our PACE program is positioned to serve over 650 senior participants. The PACE Bus Driver is primarily responsible for providing safe transportation to participants in a timely and competent manner and communicating important information relevant to the overall care plan to the multidisciplinary team. Schedule: Monday-Friday: 6:30am-3:30pm. Schedule might vary based on business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED preferred
Valid CA Class A, B, or C commercial driver’s license (CDL) with passenger endorsement required
Two years medical, ADA, pupil, and/or elderly transportation experience preferred
Clean driving record (free from major infractions including, but not limited to, DUI, negligent, reckless, or excessive minor infractions and convictions) required
Successful completion of defensive driving and passenger assistance training courses within three months of hire
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required upon hire and must be maintained as a condition of employment. These courses must follow AHA guidelines, but may be completed through approved online providers such as ProMed or other equivalent programs that meet recognized BLS standards
In addition, current CPR and First Aid certification are required for all PACE employees in accordance with CMS and DHCS requirements. First Aid training will be provided at onboarding and must be renewed annually.
Demonstrated ability to safely operate a wheelchair accessible van or vehicle.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including superior composition, typing and proofreading skills.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Excellent planning and organizational ability
Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner
Ability to lift/carry 50 lbs/weight
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Follows all safety procedures as outlined in Neighborhood Healthcare’s Illness and Injury Prevention Plan (IIPP) and report any injuries and/or unsafe conditions immediately
Maintains current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices
Follows all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions
Uses appropriate body mechanics to ensure an injury free environment
Familiarity with location of nearest fire extinguisher and emergency exits
Follows all infection control procedures including blood-borne pathogen protocols
Maintains privacy of all patients, employee and volunteer information and access such information only on a need-to-know basis for business purposes
Complies with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations
Reports all behavior and/or activity that are unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful

Nice To Haves

High school diploma/GED preferred
Two years medical, ADA, pupil, and/or elderly transportation experience preferred

Responsibilities

Operate a 12-passenger bus safely in accordance with traffic laws and Neighborhood’s policies.
Transport participants to and from the day center, medical facilities, and other scheduled outings.
Assist participants in boarding and exiting the vehicle safely, including those using mobility aids such as walkers or wheelchairs.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and maintain accurate records.
Maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep of the vehicle.
Report any incidents, accidents, or participant concerns to appropriate staff promptly.
Communicate effectively and courteously with participants, caregivers, and team members.
Maintain confidentiality and respect participants’ rights and privacy.
Participate in training and meetings as required.
Provides transportation for passengers in a timely and competent manner which ensures patient and participant satisfaction and retention; escorts patients to and from buildings when necessary
Operates equipment safely and in compliance with vehicle licensing regulations
Reports participant or caregiver requests for changes in drop-off or pick-up locations
Follows established schedules and makes necessary adjustments to meet unanticipated changes; determines the safest and most efficient pick-up and delivery routes while considering the needs of participants and requirements of clinic and therapies and maintains narrative of route
Carries or assists one-person transfers of participants to and from vehicles and inside vehicles
Inspects and ensures vehicles are maintained to a clean and safe condition and gas tank filled each night; notifies appropriate supervisor of maintenance or repair needs
Maintains standard records, (e.g., logs of passengers and miles driven, service records, gasoline purchases)
Promptly reports to appropriate staff regarding participant-related concerns noted in home or on the bus; writes progress notes for documentation
Delivers medications and other supplies to participants
Follows all safety guidelines and standards; attends safety in-services and offers guidance or assistance to staff working in an unsafe manner
Reports accidents and incidents to supervisor immediately
Follows proper infection control procedures and maintain supply of emergency clean up kits