Patient Transport Driver - LYN Pace/Full Time Days

Centra Health•Lynchburg, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing transportation services for Centra PACE/Ground Transport under the direction of the Transport Supervisor(s). Transportation will be provided to PACE participants and patients to & from Centra facilities. The Driver will be responsible for providing a safe and enriching experience for every individual from door to door. Driver will possess good communication skills. The Driver will preform pre & post vehicle safety inspections, follow scheduled transports, report & handle vehicle maintenance issues and communicate all participant/patient needs to immediate supervisor.

Requirements

Valid Virginia Driver's License
One year of experience working with a frail and elderly population exhibiting the skills needed to assist geriatric patients with transportation needs.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent.

Responsibilities

Providing exceptional door to door care to all PACE Participants & Centra Patients
Communicating all participant/patient changes & needs to direct supervisor
Performing pre & post vehicle safety inspections, assuring vehicle is in proper operational condition and reporting any maintenance issues to immediate supervisor
Maintain cleanliness of interior & exterior of Centra vehicle
Following scheduled transports for PACE participants or patients & other potential trips communicated by direct supervisor
Maintain all necessary records/documentation regarding participants/patients & vehicles
Communicating frequent changes to direct supervisor
Performs other duties as assigned.
Entering safely into participant’s homes on a routine basis
Participates as an extension of the Transport Supervisor as a member of the interdisciplinary team & participating in participant’s care plans
Delivery of participant medications, medical supplies and other medical necessities