Transporter (MTM Only)

Muckleshoot Indian Tribe • Auburn, WA

2d

About The Position

Main purpose: to deliver of hot meals to eligible home-bound seniors/elders, and on site service to other tribal and community members. To transport seniors/elders to and from medical, dental and other appointments.
Because of the Tribe’s commitment to community service and the well being of its members, each employee may be expected to perform a wide range of office and field duties from time to time. Such duties may or may not be related to their regular responsibilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current and valid Washington State Driver’s License.
• Basic first aid
• CPR
• Office equipment operation, including phones, computers, copiers, faxes, pagers
• Confidentiality/HIPAA policies
• Verbal and written communication
• Some medical knowledge and skills
• Knowledge and recognition of prescription drugs
• Good communication skills with medical personnel and peers
• Ability to make quick and sound decisions in case of emergency
• Recognizing diabetic shock and other emergency medical situations
• Interpersonal relations
• Multi-tasking, organization
• Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Meeting deadlines, being prompt and on time
• Providing fair and equitable customer service

Responsibilities

• Transports seniors/elders to medical and/or dental appointments and shopping, etc.
• Assists patients in way-finding to their medical/dental appointments.
• Assists in medication drop-offs for seniors/elders unable to get to pharmacy. Picks up medications for seniors/elders at tribal/local pharmacies.
• Responds to inquiries by phone and in person, identifies client’s needs, and assists in scheduling appointments as appropriate.
• Operates tribal and/or GSA vehicles, including handicap van. Assists patients in and out of vehicle when appropriate. Assists with operation of wheelchairs and other durable medical equipment.
• Keeps schedule book; is prompt to appointments. Allocates travel time appropriately.
• Data entry of transportation and other services rendered – TAMS system.
• May be required to transport hot meals to home-bound seniors/elders.
• Is familiar with local providers’ office locations, hospitals and medical/dental facilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED