Transportation Driver

About the role

The Transportation Driver will provide the transportation of patients to and from hospitals, medical offices, dialysis centers and private residences in a safe, secure and professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high level of customer service while transporting residents to and from activities, appointments and other outings.
• Assist residents with boarding and leaving the bus, seat belts, securing wheelchairs and walkers, and handling groceries and packages.
• Maintain resident safety on the bus, during boarding and departure, and at building entrances and exits.
• Perform general vehicle upkeep including fueling, preventative maintenance (oil level, tire pressure), and delivering the vehicle to authorized service facilities.
• Maintain the vehicle according to facility requirements, including completing required paperwork.
• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and keep the vehicle clean.
• Follow all safety procedures and protocols per local policy, federal and state regulations, and standard practice; report hazardous conditions, defective equipment, accidents, or incidents immediately.
• Follow infection control procedures, including proper hand washing and wearing protective clothing and equipment when required.
• Communicate effectively with the facility regarding schedule progress and receive additional instructions.
• Operate GPS, two-way radio, and/or cell phone to navigate effectively.
• Maintain accurate activity and vehicle report logs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Active Indiana Driver’s License required.
• Driver’s License requirements depend on vehicle size:
  • Class C license with a passenger endorsement for vehicles transporting 15 or more passengers.
  • Class E license for vehicles transporting 14 or fewer passengers.
• No driver under the age of twenty-five (25).
• Experience as a bus or van driver preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents.
• Writing and computer skills required for completing reports and scheduling.

Physical Demands

• Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 40 lbs to a minimum height of 5 feet and push, pull, move and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
• Ability to push/pull up to 275 pounds a minimum distance of 50 feet.
• May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Work environment noise level is usually moderate.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions that vary.
• Occasional exposure to emotionally upset residents or family members.