Wheelchair Van Driver

Lynx EMS • Cincinnati, OH

21h

About The Position

The Wheelchair Van Driver provides safe, reliable, and compassionate transportation for patients traveling to scheduled medical appointments, dialysis treatments, hospital discharges, rehabilitation visits, and interfacility transfers. The driver helps ensure patients arrive safely, on time, and with dignity, and serves as a point of contact for patients, families, healthcare providers, and dispatch while providing excellent customer service.

The position involves operating a wheelchair-accessible van on scheduled daytime routes, assisting patients and securing mobility devices, and maintaining vehicle safety and cleanliness. It requires strong time management, attention to safety, punctuality, and a patient-first attitude. Drivers work independently while coordinating with a supportive team and dispatch.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to safely assist patients in and out of the vehicle using proper body mechanics.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and dependable attitude.
• Professional appearance and conduct.
• Ability to reliably manage a structured daytime schedule and be punctual.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in medical transportation or healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a wheelchair-accessible van during scheduled daytime routes.
• Transport patients to and from medical appointments, hospitals, dialysis centers, rehabilitation facilities, and other healthcare locations.
• Assist patients in and out of the vehicle using proper lifting, body mechanics, securement, and safety procedures.
• Ensure wheelchairs and mobility devices are properly secured before transport.
• Provide courteous, respectful, and compassionate service to patients and families.
• Maintain punctuality and efficient time management throughout assigned routes.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections to ensure safety and operational readiness.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized vehicle interior.
• Communicate with dispatch and healthcare providers about arrival times, delays, or special transport needs.
• Follow safety protocols, HIPAA guidelines, company policies, and traffic laws.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options.
• Vista Wellness physician and pharmacy services.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Life coverage.
• Disability coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000.
• Student loan forgiveness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed