Patient Driver I

Norton Sound Health Corp • Nome, AK

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Provide ground transportation for hospital and clinic patients to and from the airport and to and from the hospital/clinic for the elderly and handicapped in Nome in a safe and professional manner. This role also ensures the vehicle is clean at all times. The position requires upholding the organization’s vision, mission, and corporate values, and demonstrating understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules.

Requirements

• General knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software
• Knowledge of local streets as well as familiarity of the local region
• Knowledge of small plane package handling
• Patient/customer service skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to manage time and organize work to ensure efficient performance
• Ability to follow policy, procedure and instructions
• Actively communicate with supervisors to ensure understanding and manage work accordingly
• Ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality
• Above average customer service skills
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 1 year(s) working in a service environment, hospital setting preferred
• 5 years driving experience
• Valid Alaska Driver's License
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Must have an acceptable driving record without any major violations or no more than two minor violations in the last three years
• BLS

Responsibilities

• Provide ground transportation for hospital and clinic patients to and from the airport and to and from the hospital/clinic for the elderly and handicapped in Nome in a safe and professional manner
• Maintain a professional behavior and attitudes in regards to customers, visitors and coworkers
• Provide other transportation services such as delivery of business documents and checks needing signatures and outgoing packages to the airlines as needed
• Keep switchboard operator adviced of whereabouts to ensure efficient patient transportation
• Assure vehicle maintenance and cleaning, report all problems and/or concerns to the Maintenance Department and immediate supervisor
• Assist with various materials management support activities as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED