Patient Transport Driver, full time - Saint Joseph PACE

Trinity Health • Mishawaka, IN

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About The Position

The Patient Transport Driver provides safe and timely transportation for PACE participants and transports meals, durable medical equipment, pharmacy items, and other materials as needed. The driver is responsible for participant care and satisfaction during transport, maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the assigned vehicle, and communicating safety issues or schedule changes to the department leader. The role transports participants to and from medical and specialist appointments and activity outings as requested by the interdisciplinary team through the plan of care, and provides physical assistance when participants board or exit vehicles.

The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at LIFE St Joseph. Trinity Health PACE provides comprehensive, interdisciplinary care that supports older adults in living independently at home. The organization describes a warm and supportive environment, professional development opportunities, competitive salary, advanced technology, and comprehensive orientation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.
• At least one year of experience working with the frail or elderly population.
• A CDL with passenger endorsement is required to operate company vehicles that carry more than 15 passengers.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, timely transportation for PACE participants and ensure their satisfaction and care during transport.
• Follow assigned schedules, adapt to unanticipated changes while considering participant and PACE center needs, and communicate changes to the department leader.
• Operate equipment safely and comply with vehicle licensing regulations.
• Transport participants to and from medical and specialist appointments and activity outings as requested by the interdisciplinary team via the plan of care.
• Transport meals, durable medical equipment, pharmacy items, and other items as needed for participants.
• Provide physical assistance to participants as needed when they board or exit program vehicles.
• Keep the assigned vehicle neat and clean, maintain its equipment according to manufacturer recommendations, and replace supplies as needed.
• Communicate vehicle safety issues to the department leader.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• 403(b)
• Generous paid time off
• Mileage reimbursement
• Comprehensive orientation
• Competitive salary
• Career paths and professional development

What This Job Offers

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