Patient Transport Driver - Weekends PRN

ClearSky Health•Elwood, KS

About The Position

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve. The Transportation Driver is responsible for transporting patients and/or equipment to and from various outside appointments, clinics, nursing facilities, hospitals, or other ancillary locations via hospital-owned vehicle. This position must integrate company values into daily practice. ClearSky Health and our affiliated Hospitals provide high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We value our employees’ skills, talents, and input. We believe in maintaining hospital environments where employees are: Valued, Treated with dignity, Respected, Provided educational and training opportunities, Recognized, Rewarded. ClearSky Health has plans to open a medical rehabilitation hospital at the location listed below. If you are interested in learning more, please email us and send your resume to [email protected]. Eau Claire, WI

Requirements

Basic Life Support card required.
Must maintain acceptable driving record, current class specific driver’s license, and insurability.
Driving record must meet the standards of the Transportation Policy.
Demonstrates proficiency using the machines, tools, equipment and/or work aids appropriate for the position.
Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
Ability to maintain quality, Infection Prevention, and safety standards.
Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
Effective organizational and time management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, compassionate and understanding.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
Six months van transport experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Transports patients in a safe and professional manner
Assures vehicles are clean and in working order.
Responsible for cleaning of inside of van utilizing appropriate chemicals between patients.
Communicates with various hospital staff in order to receive relevant data and instructions.
Inspects vehicle prior to daily vehicle usage for safe and comfortable patient transport.
Reports vehicle concerns timely.
Assists with transferring and balancing patients.
Ensures patients’ physical and overall comfort.
Follows all patient safety and vehicle safety requirements.
Responsible for knowing what PPE to apply to patient and driver prior to transport.
Notifies proper staff regarding changes in condition or behavior of patient.
May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.
Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff.
Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions.
Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.
Maintains regular attendance in keeping with assigned work schedule.
Completed required trainings, as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization.