Medical Wheelchair Van Driver

General Statement of Duties

The Medical Wheelchair Van Driver provides patient transportation to/from medical appointments and healthcare facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from the locations as deemed necessary to receive medical treatment, to outside appointments, and as requested by the Communications Center and/or Transportation Coordinator.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License with clear driving history
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Ability to listen and comprehend spoken/written word
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships
• Minimum age requirement of twenty one
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must pass criminal background check

Educational and Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• CPR Certified (within 30 days of employment)
• First Aid Certification (within 30 days of employment)
• Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (CEVO) (within 30 days of employment)

Physical Requirements

• Visual acuity meeting the vision requirements as set forth by the Department / Division of Motor Vehicles in the state which they will be performing their official duties (Also applies to those with out of state drivers licenses)
• Must be capable of consistently lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds
• Capable of pulling or pushing the client in a wheelchair up to 350-pounds
• Able to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Able to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards
• The employee may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Work may require sitting, lifting, stooping, bending, stretching, walking, standing, pushing, pulling, reaching, and other physical exertion
• Must be able to talk, listen, and speak clearly on the telephone