Wheelchair Van Driver

Allegiance Mobile Health•Corpus Christi, TX

5d•$11 - $14•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for responding to requests for transport of ambulatory and non-ambulatory patients and customers, drives wheelchair transport vans and other vehicles in all road conditions including clement weather, dense traffic and rural off-road settings.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
CPR certification preferred.
Communicates effectively.
Read, write and interpret instructions in the English language.
Maintain valid driver's license and insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

Reads map books and follows written and verbal directions in order to respond in an efficient and safe manner.
Follows all company, local and state driving laws, policies and procedures.
Uses a variety of communication equipment and appropriately communicates verbally to dispatchers, EMS crews, first responders and other organizations according to company policies and procedures.
Maintains vehicles and equipment in a constant state of readiness and cleanliness.
Completes daily vehicle and supply checklists and assists with vehicle re-supply, vehicle and equipment decontamination and general readiness-related tasks.
Immediately reports, in writing, any discrepancies with vehicles, supplies or equipment and their state of readiness.
Demonstrates physical competencies sufficient to lift, carry, transport and extricate patients in all settings, in some cases without assistance.
Interacts with multiple outside agencies such as Police Departments, Fire Departments and First Responder Organizations.
Provides satisfactory customer service and projects professionalism in all contacts.
Accurately and effectively assesses patients for appropriateness of transport by wheelchair van and correctly redirects patients to other modes of transport when appropriate.
Successfully and accurately completes patient care reports, billing information and all other associated documentation in a timely manner.
Works under physically and psychologically taxing conditions to include inclement weather, temperature extremes, hazardous environments, loud noises and high-stress situations.
High potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens, dangerous chemicals, sharp objects and fall/trip hazards.
Performs other duties as assigned to include general housekeeping chores and special projects.
Must successfully pass departmental skills evaluation and fully complete NEOP process before staffing a truck.
Regular attendance is an essential function of the position.
Adhere to company policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.