Transportation Aide/Driver - Motor Service LIFE - FT Vineland

Inspira Health Network • Vineland, NJ

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About The Position

Under the direction of the Transportation Manager or designee, the Transportation Aide/Driver is responsible for 'Door through Door' escorting participants being transported by LIFE on the Transport bus or van. This includes delivering medications, medical equipment, food, or other supplies as needed. The aide will accompany participants on medical specialist visits when necessary and is responsible for the safe operation of a vehicle transporting 7 passengers or less weighing under 10,000 lbs. The aide assumes responsibility for communicating and/or delegating patient care to the Transportation Manager, designee, or IDT. As a multisite provider of PACE community-based services for seniors in Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem Counties, an Inspira LIFE employee may work at either or both the Vineland or Williamstown LIFE Program as census changes or operational needs occur to meet the needs of our participants.

Requirements

• High School Graduate/GED.
• Minimum of 1 year working with the frail or elderly.
• Valid NJ Driver's license and proof of insurance.
• Reliable means of transportation as described in Fleet Policy # TR 118.
• Maintain a safe driving record as per fleet safety policy guidelines.
• Must have a medical examiner certificate and recertify every two years.
• Medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.

Nice To Haves

• CDL Class C license with passenger endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escort participants being transported by LIFE on the Transport bus or van.
• Deliver medications, medical equipment, food, or other supplies as needed.
• Accompany participants on medical specialist visits when necessary.
• Safely operate a vehicle transporting 7 passengers or less weighing under 10,000 lbs.
• Communicate and/or delegate patient care to the Transportation Manager, designee, or IDT.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits offerings including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

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