VAN DRIVER (FULL-TIME) LOGISTICS

Natchitoches Regional Medical Center•Natchitoches, LA

About The Position

The Van Driver safely transports patients from their homes to appointments throughout Natchitoches and surrounding parishes, coordinates transportation schedules, gathers and reports data, and assists in the clinic when not transporting patients. The role also includes equipment maintenance, restocking supplies, clinical and non-clinical record keeping, and other duties assigned by the manager. The driver may perform logistics courier driver duties when no other driver is available. When needed, the driver safely transports NRMC supplies, materials, and lab items to various locations throughout Natchitoches and surrounding parishes. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must have or be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications.
Must have or be able to possess a valid Class D Chauffeur driver's license.
Must be able to pass Defensive, Passenger Assistance, and Wheelchair Training Courses.
Must pass motor vehicle and criminal background checks.
Must be at least 23 years old, as required by the insurance carrier, and have a clean DMV record.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English.
Ability to read fuel gauges, other gauges, and fluid level indicators.
Skilled and safe emergency driving.
Knowledge of the geographic area and ability to read maps.
Ability to proficiently use phones and GPS equipment.
Ability to use discretion in handling confidential information and materials.
Knowledge of small hand tools.
Ability to interact with customers, including coworkers, patients, families, physicians, and vendors.
Adherence to NRMC Standards of Behavior.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience transporting patients.
Preferred age of 25 with a clean DMV record.

Responsibilities

Safely transport patients from their homes to appointments.
Transfer patients to receiving facilities and communicate pertinent patient history, physical information, treatment information, and interventions to receiving medical facility staff.
Restock supplies, refuel and wash vehicles, check vehicle fluid levels, and add fluids when needed.
Check IV pumps and suction devices for proper function.
Remove trash and linens from vehicles or units.
Notify the supervisor of equipment discrepancies, failures, potential dangers, and maintenance issues.
Maintain non-clinical records, including entries in the Run Log Book, Log Book, Equipment Maintenance Log, and Required Signatures.
Manage transportation schedules and coordinate with the Logistics Manager to maximize transportation efficiency for patients.
Perform other appropriate duties as assigned by the manager.
When needed, safely transport NRMC supplies, materials, and labs to locations throughout Natchitoches and surrounding parishes.
Assist in the clinic when not transporting patients.
Perform logistics courier driver duties when no other driver is available.