Driver

About the role

Transports patients from place of origin to appointments in a courteous and timely manner. Position requires a high commitment to service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and return of patients as per schedule
• Stay in contact with the office to report any change in schedule including any patient cancellations
• Assist patients to get in and out of the vehicle
• Assist patients with wheelchair
• Ensure the safety of all passengers
• Work flexible shifts as work dictates
• Deliveries, Holter monitors, and miscellaneous pick-ups as needed
• Transport patient to hospital or specialist office
• Check and maintain van daily and ensure that it is mechanically safe and clean
• Report any incident or accidents to the supervisor and management immediately
• Required to wear company uniform
• Utilize phone as routing system
• Any other duties as assigned by manager

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Up to 1 year driving experience required
• Clean driving record
• Valid Driver's license
• Knowledge of local streets and addresses
• Customer service skills
• Ability to reach, lift, carry and move objects
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, sit intermittently and occasionally climb
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs
• Ability to work extended and flexible hours and weekends as needed
• Must be able to maintain patient confidentiality at all times
• Must have basic mechanical skills (ability to check and fully inspect vehicles daily)

Qualifications

• Patient transportation preferred
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred

Skills

• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to transport members in a safe, timely and efficient manner
• Ability to work flexible schedule and location
• Must be able to comply with company policies and procedures