Ada - Courtesy Van Driver - Full time

Mercy; Kentucky; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement matching

Job summary

Mercy in Kentucky is seeking a Courtesy Van Driver to transport patients safely and respectfully. Responsibilities include inspecting the van daily and assisting non-ambulatory and ambulatory patients, with proper use of a gait belt and wheelchair lift.

Licensure and BLS certification are required, along with clear radio communication with dispatch. Mercy offers a supportive, mission-driven environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required; Class E or equivalent depending on state.
• BLS certification and ability to transfer and lift patients safely.
• Excellent customer service and clear radio communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate Mercy patient transport van and transfer patients safely.
• Inspect van daily and report defects promptly; keep vehicle clean.
• Provide exceptional service per Mercy mission and standards.

Skills

Customer service

Safe patient transport

Communication via radio

Ambulation assistance

Transfer and lift techniques

Oxygen transfer handling

Education

BLS certification

Tools

Wheelchair lift

Gait belt

Oxygen transfer equipment

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Operation of a Mercy patient transport van to include pick-up and delivery of patients consistent with established guidelines of practice. Responsible for the safe and proper transfer of non-ambulatory patients to and from the wheelchair, safe transport of patients via the wheelchair, ambulation assistance to and from the transport van for ambulatory patients, and proper and safe transport of both non-ambulatory and ambulatory patients via the transport van. This position will be contingent upon maintaining a current and valid Class E or equivalent drivers license.
Inspect the transport van daily and report any deficiencies to management promptly. Keep the van clean at all times; keep the vehicle sufficiently fueled.
Performs related duties as assigned; provide exceptional customer service to all in keeping with Mercys mission, values and Service Standards.

Position Details:

Licensure: For all states, a valid driver's license is required. This position will be contingent upon maintaining a current and valid E Class or equivalent driver’s license for the states that require it.
Certification/Registration: BLS
OTHER SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE: Competent with transfer and lift techniques and utilization of a gait belt for ambulatory patients; competent with disconnecting wall oxygen and transferring to portable oxygen with accurate liter setting for transport; competent with operating the wheelchair lift and securing system; good customer service skills; ability to communicate clearly by use of UHF radio with dispatch; ensure vehicle is kept clean and serviced appropriately; report all defects to manager.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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