Compassionate Patient Transport Driver—Healthcare

Alvarado Parkway Institute Behavioral Health System; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvarado Parkway Institute in La Mesa, CA is seeking a driver to provide safe, reliable transportation for patients within API/BHS. The role emphasizes compassionate service, adherence to procedures, and clear communication with staff and patients.

Ideal candidates have a high school level education, a valid driver's license, basic automotive knowledge, and strong time-management skills to support our psychiatric care program in a demanding healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• High school level reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
• Possession of valid operator's or chauffeur's license (as required by State and CMC Risk Management Dept.)
• Familiarity with basic automotive maintenance.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

• Transports patients or clients to and from specified locations.
• Addresses vehicle maintenance and repair needs in accordance with established procedures.
• Establishes and maintains effective interpersonal relationships.
• Maintains any necessary documentation associated with services provided.
• Participates in training and development activities to enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Responds to emergency situations.
• Establishes and maintains good rapport and working relationships to foster intra- and inter-departmental communications necessary for the delivery of quality patient care.
• Responds to requests for information from patients, families, and caregivers that is within knowledge limits or refers to appropriate staff person as needed.
• Provides directions as necessary.
• Reflects the confidentiality of patient and organization information.
• Communicates pertinent information as necessary by telephone and/or writing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Legible handwriting

Flexibility

Time management

Sound judgment

Interpersonal skills

Basic auto repair

Education

High school reading/writing/arithmetic

Valid operator's or chauffeur's license

Familiarity with basic automotive maintenance

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Alvarado Parkway Institute in La Mesa, CA is seeking a driver to provide safe, reliable transportation for patients within API/BHS. The role emphasizes compassionate service, adherence to procedures, and clear communication with staff and patients.

Ideal candidates have a high school level education, a valid driver's license, basic automotive knowledge, and strong time-management skills to support our psychiatric care program in a demanding healthcare environment.