Full-Time Transportation Driver- Clearfield

ROCKY MOUNTAIN CARE GROUP•Bountiful, UT

2d•$19 - $22

About The Position

The Transportation Driver provides safe, reliable transportation for residents traveling to and from appointments. The role drives a large van, assists residents with mobility needs, coordinates transportation schedules with the in-office team, and maintains vehicle cleanliness and safety. The driver also supports nursing staff with transportation-related activities as needed and is expected to protect residents’ dignity, rights, safety, and confidential information while following facility policies, regulations, and infection-control procedures. This is a permanent full-time position. The role reports to the Administrator or Transportation Coordinator. It may require work beyond normal hours and on weekends or holidays when necessary. The position involves physical activity, assistance with resident evacuation during emergencies, and potential exposure to infectious materials, hazardous chemicals, and other workplace conditions.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Hold a current, valid state-issued driver’s license.
Maintain an acceptable driving record.
Be able to lift 50 pounds.
Be CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to obtain certification upon hire.
Have excellent interpersonal and customer-service skills.
Be able to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting, and perform other common physical movements required for the position.
Be able to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
Be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Be a supportive team member and contribute to and model teamwork.
Be able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family members, and staff.
Meet general health requirements under facility policy, including medical and physical exams and immunity-status checks for various infectious diseases.
Maintain a positive attitude and work effectively in stressful situations.
Be organized and efficient.
Have basic computer skills.
Abide by facility standards, policies, procedures, and compliance and ethics requirements as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Transport residents safely and on time to and from appointments.
Provide friendly, compassionate, and reliable transportation services.
Drive a large van safely, courteously, and reliably.
Assist residents into and out of wheelchairs or stretchers and the van, and provide assistance in other areas as needed.
Clean vehicles daily and perform regular vehicle maintenance.
Coordinate schedules and appointments with the in-office Transportation team.
Perform daily vehicle safety checks, including checks of lights, brakes, tires, wheelchair lift, and seatbelts.
Gather necessary appointment paperwork and deliver it to the appropriate people.
Assist nursing staff with transportation or transportation-related activities as needed.
Treat residents with dignity and respect and promote and protect their rights.
Follow facility policies, procedures, standards of business conduct, and applicable state and federal regulations; complete required training and education.
Follow safety, hygiene, and infection-control procedures to protect residents and themselves.
Maintain confidentiality of protected health information and report breaches or noncompliance to appropriate personnel.
Report retaliation or discrimination to HR or the compliance officer.
Report allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment to the appropriate supervisor or administrator; protect residents from abuse and cooperate with investigations.
Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
Participate in life-safety and emergency drills and training, and report work-related injuries and illnesses immediately.
Assist with resident evacuation during emergency situations.
Perform other duties as assigned.