Ambulette Driver - LACP Lima

Mercy Health; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is looking for an Ambulette Attendant to join their compassionate team. This role involves providing safe and efficient transportation for wheelchair clients, ensuring their comfort and care during transit. With a focus on patient advocacy and adherence to core values, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals in need. The organization offers a supportive work environment with comprehensive health benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about patient care and service.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Plans

Prescription Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance with AD&D

Retirement Contributions

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in patient transport or similar role.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.

Responsibilities

• Transport clients by wheelchair to and from appointments.
• Maintain accurate reports and records of client transport.

Skills

Patient Transport

Communication Skills

Compassion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Ambulette Vehicle

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0.01

Work Shift: Nights (United States of America)

About Us:

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body, and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence, and respect. Mercy Health seeks individuals committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service, and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Mercy Health LifeFlight Network is a Critical Care transport network serving Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan since 1979. We operate two helicopters and three mobile intensive care units. We work closely with our health system and outside partners to transport critically ill and injured patients of all ages to definitive care. We also collaborate with our Medical Transportation division to provide transport for ALS and BLS patients.

Position Summary:

The Ambulette Attendant will provide direct movement and transportation of wheelchair clients between locations. Responsibilities include operating an ambulette vehicle safely and efficiently, using a wheelchair lift and manually pushing wheelchairs to transport clients into and out of the vehicle.

Essential Functions:

• Transport clients by wheelchair to and from appointments
• Transport clients for hospital discharge
• Maintain accurate reports and records
• Provide safe, proper, and efficient transport and care
• Care for vehicle and equipment
• Serve as a patient advocate
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Practice Mercy Core Values
• Participate in required/mandatory training
• Maintain confidentiality and support patient and family rights

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License
• 1-3 Years of experience

Preferred:

• AHA Healthcare Provider BLS (or obtained within 30 days of hire)
• First Aid Training (or completed within 30 days of hire)
• IS 100, IS 700 certifications
• DRIVE Training (or completed within 60 days of hire)
• Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) required within 1 year of hire

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, prescription coverage, flexible spending accounts, life insurance with AD&D, retirement contributions, paid time off, educational assistance, and more. Benefits vary by employment status.

Department:

Ambulance - Mercy Health Regional Transport LLC (LACP)

It is our policy to abide by all applicable laws and regulations. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information or accommodations, contact [e-mail].

About the Company:

Mercy Health, formerly Catholic Health Partners, is a Catholic health care system with locations in Ohio and Kentucky.