Alameda NEMT Driver

America West Medical Transportation, Inc.; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Driver at America West Medical Transportation, Inc. will be responsible for transporting wheelchair and stretcher patients using a fully equipped vehicle and GPS system. The role may operate solo or with a teammate based on assignments.

The position requires a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and the ability to pass health and drug screenings. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds and communicate effectively with patients and leadership.

Qualifications

• Valid State Driver's license required.
• 3 years of professional driving experience required.
• Clean driving record (No more than 1 point).
• Ability to pass a drug test and health screening which includes alcohol, TB skin test and/or TB chest x-ray
• Ability to pass a physical agility test
• Ability to lift/maneuver 50 pounds
• Fluency in speaking and understanding English, strong communication skills
• Ability to drive to various locations
• Professionalism
• Ability to use apps and electronic devices

Responsibilities

• Independently run medical transportation operations in a company vehicle
• Ensure patients are transported safely from their home to place of service and returned home safely.
• Utilize company transportation software
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and their families
• Assume on-call responsibilities
• Effectively communicate with leadership
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness

Skills

English fluency

Customer service

Communication

Technology savvy

Physical stamina

Tools

GPS navigation

Transportation software

Mobile devices

Job description

About this position

About America West Medical Transportation, Inc.

Core Values

-We continually earn the privilege to care for our patients. It is at the forefront of everything we do. And no matter the role you have at the company, we are each other’s customers.

-We respect each other and achieve together what no individual can do alone.

-We are committed to exceptional service delivery, on time and following up on what must be done.

-We are vigilant and committed to safety and preparedness in the fulfillment of our duties.

-We take ownership for what we do and take pride in how we do it.

About the Role

The Driver will be responsible for picking up wheelchair patients or stretcher patients using a fully loaded vehicle equipped for wheelchairs or stretchers and a GPS system. This position may work independently or with another teammate based on driving assignments.

What You'll Do

• Independently run medical transportation operations in a company vehicle
• Ensure patients are transported safely from their home to place of service and returned home safely.
• Utilize company transportation software
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and their families
• Assume on-call responsibilities
• Effectively communicate with leadership
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness

Qualifications

• Valid State Driver's license required
• 3 years of professional driving experience required
• Clean driving record (No more than 1 point)
• Ability to successfully pass a drug test and health screening which includes alcohol, TB skin test and/or TB chest x-ray
• Ability to pass a physical agility test
• Ability to lift/maneuver 50 pounds
• Fluency in speaking and understanding English, strong communication skills
• Ability to drive to various locations
• Professionalism
• Ability to use apps and electronic devices

Preferred Skills

• Bilingual language ability preferred
• Previous wheelchair transport experience

Final pay rate is determined based on qualifications, experience, and performance, at the employer's discretion.

America West is an affirmative action/EEO employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants for the Transportation Manager position will be considered without discrimination.

America West is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. In accordance with applicable federal, California, and local laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, age (40 and over), military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a non-emergency medical transportation provider, certain positions may be subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, including pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing, physical qualifications, and driving record requirements, where permitted by law. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances.