Transportation Driver / Equipment Tech / FT / Nights

UHS • Amarillo, TX

80d

About The Position

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495 bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities, to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work. A hospital is only as good as its employees. That's why we're looking for professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Director of Nursing Operations or House Supervisor, this individual is responsible for driving patients to and from Northwest Healthcare System by providing transportation services to the hospital from the Free Standing Emergency Departments as well as transporting patients who are an obstacle to throughput secondary to not having a ride home. This individual is also responsible for ensuring nursing units have an adequate number of intravenous (IV) pumps and channels and other equipment as assigned, to include both Free Standing Emergency Departments.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Current valid Texas Driver’s License.
• A Driver’s Record validation is required annually for all authorized drivers of owned or leased vehicles and for all candidates who are required to utilize their personal vehicle during the course of authorized company business.
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• Authorized drivers cannot have any of the following: a State record indicating that the driver’s license is currently revoked, suspended or that the status is not valid and current; multiple violations for driving without insurance; two at-fault accidents during the past three (3) years; three moving violations during the last three (3) years; and, driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) convictions.

Responsibilities

• Provides transportation for NWTHS employees, students, faculty, and physicians by driving the designated campus shuttle routes.
• Responsible for shuttle maintenance including cleaning, fuel supply.
• Completes all necessary shuttle usage summaries as required.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries.
• Competitive Compensation.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• Free Basic Life Insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees