Compassionate Driver for Resident Transportation

National Health Care Associates, Inc.; Brewer (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training & mentorship

Growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Meaningful impact

Job summary

National Health Care Associates, Inc. in Brewer, ME is hiring a Driver to transport residents to medical appointments and activities. You will be a friendly, reliable presence, ensuring comfort and safety during every trip.

Responsibilities include driving residents safely, following traffic laws, assisting with entry/exit, securing wheelchairs, coordinating with staff, and keeping trip records. A valid license and clean driving history are required.

Qualifications

• Current driver’s license and excellent driving record required.
• Experience in patient transportation preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Excellent driving skills and knowledge of traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Compassion, patience, and empathy in working with seniors.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.

Responsibilities

• Safely drives residents to medical appointments, outings, and other destinations according to assigned schedule.
• Adheres to traffic laws, regulations, and facility policies to ensure safety of passengers and others on the road.
• Assists residents into and out of vehicle.
• Secures passengers’ wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs while driving.
• Communicates effectively with residents, families, and staff to coordinate transportation schedules and ensure resident needs are met.
• Communicates with administrative staff regularly to receive instructions or report delays and disruptions of service.
• Maintains the cleanliness and safety of the vehicle, performs routine inspections, refuels and reports maintenance needs.
• Keeps records of trips and behavior of passengers.

Skills

Driving

Communication

Patient transport

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

National Health Care Associates, Inc. in Brewer, ME is hiring a Driver to transport residents to medical appointments and activities. You will be a friendly, reliable presence, ensuring comfort and safety during every trip.

Responsibilities include driving residents safely, following traffic laws, assisting with entry/exit, securing wheelchairs, coordinating with staff, and keeping trip records. A valid license and clean driving history are required.