PRN- OUTPATIENT DRIVER- Patient Transportation

UHS•Austin, TX

35d•$20

About The Position

AUSTIN OAKS HOSPITAL is currently hiring a Transportation VAN Driver- to provide transportation services for patients attending outpatient programs at our: 1110 E 32nd St, Austin TX 78753 South location- 1407 W Stassney, Austin TX 78745 1330 Wonder World Dr #108, San Marcos TX 78666 MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ALL LOCATIONS. Duties includes to ensure safe and timely transportation; milieu management and crisis intervention. Patients served include adolescents and adults. $20 per hour

Requirements

Ability to consistently fulfill responsibilities and complete assignments.
Knowledge of patient rights.
Knowledge of Texas driving laws.
Skill in developing and maintaining therapeutic relationships with patients and cooperative / effective relationships with other staff.
Ability to read and write legibly.
Ability to effectively communicate with coworkers, patients and administration.
Patience and tact necessary for contact with patients.
High School Diploma or GED
Current CPR or ability to pass CPR training during initial employment period.
Valid Texas Driver’s License
None required.
Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients.
Manual and finger dexterity.
Hand-eye coordination.
Ability to lift, carry, and/or lower items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Ability to stand and walk 6+ hours per day, frequent bending, stooping and reaching to check or move equipment.
Hearing and vision sufficient to perform essential functions.
Emotional stability necessary to perform essential functions.