RESPONSIBILITIES: To provide nonemergency transport of mobility-impaired individuals by accommodating wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers and offering safe custom transportation for medical appointments and treatments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a current CNA certification
• Ability to communicate effectively with oral and written instructions in English
• Must hold a currently valid driver’s license as required by the state and have an excellent driving record as verified by the state Department of Motor Vehicles
• Must be reliable and capable of working independently and remaining calm in case of emergency
• Current CPR certification preferred
• High school diploma or equivalency degree
• Depending on assigned area, knowledge of Spanish would be helpful

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• To assure resident safety.
• Visually Inspects van for any defects and/or vehicle damage; checks operating systems: Brakes, horn, windshield wipers, lights, first-aid kits, emergency flashers and door- opening devices for proper operation before starting trips; validates registration and inspection stickers for vehicle are state compliant; certifies working condition of cellular phone
• Provides whatever assistance is required for boarding of patient and any caregiver; ensures wheelchair and passenger are properly secured before starting van
• Upon arrival at medical facility, assists patients in leaving van and reaching proper offices or treatment areas; inspects van to ensure that no personal items have been left behind
• Provides first-aid or CPR if required during patient transport; immediately notifies emergency personnel and supervisor if skilled assistance is required; completes report at end of day’s run
• Reports traffic accidents immediately to supervisor, requesting police or ambulance service as needed; assists injured persons from first-aid kit until these services arrive; completes company accident report
• When not transporting residents, driver will report to supervisor for assignments
• Promotes positive public relations with patients, residents, family members and guests
• Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations
• Use appropriate work place behavior and adhere to dress code at all times
• Other duties as assigned