Transportation Driver

Join our team at Wedgewood Healthcare and Rehabilitation as a compassionate, dependable, and safety-focused Transportation Driver. In this role, you will provide safe and reliable transportation for residents to and from medical appointments while assisting with their comfort, safety, and overall well-being.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport residents to and from medical appointments and other approved destinations.
• Operate wheelchair-accessible vans and shuttle buses in accordance with all traffic laws and DOT regulations.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and safety checks before each trip.
• Ensure residents are properly secured with seat belts, wheelchair tie-downs, and other safety equipment.
• Assist residents entering and exiting vehicles, including the safe operation of wheelchair lifts.
• Communicate appointment schedules and transportation plans with residents and facility staff.
• Assist residents in preparing for appointments, ensuring they have appropriate clothing, required paperwork, test results, medications, and personal items.
• Coordinate with nursing staff before and after appointments, providing updates and delivering medical documentation.
• Observe residents during transport and promptly report any changes in condition to the nursing team.
• Assist residents with meals, hydration, and personal care while off-site when necessary.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of transportation vehicles.
• Report vehicle maintenance concerns, accidents, or safety issues immediately.
• Follow all infection control, safety, HIPAA, and resident rights policies.
• Promote a respectful, person-centered environment while maintaining resident dignity and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Valid Florida driver's license with a clean driving record (MVR required).
• Previous experience transporting passengers preferred.
• Nursing home, rehabilitation, or long-term care experience preferred.
• Experience assisting seniors or individuals with disabilities is a plus.
• Ability to safely assist residents with mobility, transfers, and wheelchair securement.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable, compassionate, and committed to resident safety.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on residents' lives
• Stable healthcare employer
• Meaningful work serving the senior community

Pay

$18.00/hour

Schedule

Part-Time

Background screening information: Florida Clearinghouse