Asst Director of Transportation

Metropolitan Healthcare Services; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Healthcare Services, Inc. seeks an Assistant Director of Transportation to support the Director in overseeing transportation operations within healthcare facilities.

You will supervise staff, manage contracts, ensure vehicle maintenance, and coordinate transport for patients, staff, and materials while complying with HIPAA and hospital policies. The role requires a CDL, a high school diploma or GED, and 3+ years in a supervisory transportation role, preferably in healthcare or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree preferred in business, healthcare administration, or transportation.
• 3+ years in supervisory/managerial transportation role, healthcare or logistics preferred.
• Experience overseeing contracts, vendors, and fleet maintenance.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills; ability to coordinate logistics for events.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily transportation operations across client locations.
• Oversee transportation-related contracts for service delivery and compliance.
• Supervise drivers, dispatchers, and coordinators; help with hiring and evaluations.
• Schedule maintenance and inspections for vehicles and equipment.
• Plan and execute transportation for large events or hospital functions.
• Monitor KPIs like timeliness and satisfaction; report to leadership.
• Collaborate with hospital departments to meet transportation needs.
• Act as backup to Director of Transportation as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Transportation

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Fairfax, VA 22031, Salary Range: $25.00 - $27.00 Salary, Assistant Director of Transportation

Employee Type: Full-Time

MUST HAVE A CDL License.

Job Type: Hospitality/Healthcare

Experience: High school diploma/GED

Job Summary

The Assistant Director of Transportation supports the Director of Transportation in overseeing all aspects of transportation operations, including staff supervision, contract management, equipment maintenance, and event logistics. This role ensures the safe, timely, and professional transport of patients, staff, and materials within healthcare settings while maintaining regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and high standards of service.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily transportation operations across all client locations.
• Provide direct oversight of all transportation-related contracts to ensure service delivery, compliance, and satisfaction.
• Supervise transport staff including drivers, dispatchers, and coordinators; assist in hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations.
• Coordinate and schedule regular maintenance and inspections for all transportation vehicles, including buses and specialized equipment.
• Support the planning and execution of special transportation needs, including large-scale events or hospital functions.
• Monitor and manage the inventory, functionality, and safety of all transportation equipment.
• Ensure safe and efficient patient and staff transport within and between healthcare facilities.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, infection control policies, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as timeliness, satisfaction scores, and incident reports.
• Collaborate with hospital departments and leadership to assess and meet transportation needs.
• Act as a backup to the Director of Transportation as needed.

Qualifications: Qualifications and Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Transportation, or related field preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in a supervisory or management transportation role, preferably in a healthcare or logistics setting.
• Experience overseeing contracts, vendor relationships, and fleet maintenance.
• Ability to coordinate logistics for special events and large-scale transport operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Must pass background and drug screenings.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record may be required.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, talk, hear, and see.
• May need to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as needed.