Driver, FL PACE Centers

Job Summary

Miami Jewish Health is seeking a Driver to provide off-campus transportation for residents, tenants, and clients. The role involves transporting individuals to and from Miami Jewish Health (MJH) and other locations, assisting passengers, maintaining vehicles, and performing administrative tasks.

Essential Job Functions

• Transports persons to and from MJH and other locations
• Aids passengers on and off the van in a safe and courteous manner
• Deals with medical equipment and other emergencies that may arise
• Maintains vehicles in standard working condition and cleanliness
• Reports any maintenance needs immediately
• Reports accidents and/or incidents immediately, according to established protocols
• Performs courier and banking functions as needed
• Fulfills department safety policies and procedures at all times
• Participates in multidisciplinary team meetings and in-services

Education Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Two years’ experience driving passenger bus or larger, with wheelchair accessibility preferred
• One-year experience in carrying elderly and/or disabled passengers
• Current Florida Commercial Driver’s License Class A, B or C with passenger endorsement preferred
• CPR and First Aid Certification preferred

Abilities Required

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Dade County streets
• Ability to deal with physical and emotionally frail, elderly, and/or disabled persons
• Ability to get in and out of buses frequently to assist passengers
• Must attend and pass a safety driving program annually and maintain a good driving record

Functional Demands

• Work Conditions: Heavy lifting and pushing of wheelchairs, outside environmental conditions, infectious material exposure possible
• Physical Capability: Must be able to pass a physical capability test upon hire
• Environment: Safe working environment

Organizational Expectations

• Ensures resident/patient rights are adhered to
• Demonstrates professionalism and accountability
• Demonstrates a caring attitude consistent with Miami Jewish EmpathicareSM toward MJH residents, patients, family members, employees, and other facility guests
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills
• Ensures confidentiality and security of patients’ medical information
• Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication
• Able to speak, read, and write English
• Able to think and act calmly to meet unusual occurrences of the job
• Adheres to the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Values
• Participates in departmental activities, meetings, and in-services and follows established guidelines
• Maintains a safe working environment

Pay & Benefits

Competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, and a 403(b)-retirement savings plan for eligible full and part-time positions. Free on-site parking, an onsite fitness center, and more are offered. Miami Jewish Health provides equal employment opportunities and requires a Level II background screening for all new hires.