PACE Transportation Driver
About The Position
Will transport ambulatory and non-ambulatory participants (in wheelchairs or on stretchers) to various destinations by agency vehicle. Will provide needed participants assistance on and off vehicles. The driver will at all times be alert to participants needs and operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Must have skills to deal professionally with health care personnel and participants with chronic illnesses who may be disabled physically and/or cognitively. Transportation drivers may be required to provide necessary services as authorized by the PACE Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). Accurate recordkeeping is mandatory for this position. Significant public contact is required, and position requires some independent decision-making and action.
Requirements
- Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
- Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively
- Job requires moderate to heavy lifting
- Must be able to pass DOT physical, drug and alcohol test, criminal background check and agency driving test
- Transportation drivers will be required to have one (1) year experience with the elderly
- Training required, including but not limited to passenger assistance, Personal Care Assistant (PCA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), First Aid, CPR, wheelchair lift operations, etc.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Previous experience preferred
- CDL license not required but preferred with passenger endorsement
- Use of radio communication equipment is preferred
Responsibilities
- Transport ambulatory and non-ambulatory participants to various destinations by agency vehicle
- Provide needed participants assistance on and off vehicles
- Be alert to participants needs and operate the vehicle in a safe manner
- Deal professionally with health care personnel and participants with chronic illnesses who may be disabled physically and/or cognitively
- Provide necessary services as authorized by the PACE Interdisciplinary Team (IDT)
- Maintain accurate records
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
