Per Diem

UHS•Scottsdale, AZ

57d•Onsite

About The Position

Via Linda Behavioral Hospital is an innovative behavioral health hospital offering a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services to the people of Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix, Arizona metro area. Our 120-bed facility will offer specialized mental health services and substance use treatment for teens, adults and older adults experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders and co-occurring addictions. The Patient Transporter drives patients to and from the program and various appointments, safely and punctually. These individual conducts basic automotive maintenance, including fueling vehicles, checking and maintaining routine fluid levels, and maintaining proper tire inflation. In between transportation to and from programs, the transporter may assist with patient activities. They will also transport meals from nearby external facility. In addition to these primary transportation functions, the individual may support other facility areas as assigned.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Passenger transportation experience.
Valid Arizona driver’s license with a clear 39 month driving report.

Nice To Haves

Minimum two (2) years of education focused on nursing assistance, or related field preferred.
Experience working in behavioral health or in a hospital environment preferred.
Completion of EMT, CNA, Medical Assistant, Security Training program or equivalent preferred.
Food Handler's card.

Responsibilities

Drives patients to and from the program and various appointments, safely and punctually.
Conducts basic automotive maintenance, including fueling vehicles, checking and maintaining routine fluid levels, and maintaining proper tire inflation.
Assists with patient activities in between transportation.
Transports meals from nearby external facility.
Supports other facility areas as assigned.