Compassionate Psychiatric Patient Transport Driver

Oceans Healthcare; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay

Paid Time Off

Competitive Market Compensation

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Oceans Healthcare is seeking a Driver to provide reliable transportation services for patients with emotional or psychiatric disorders. The role supports the therapeutic milieu, ensures safety, and complies with Joint Commission and Regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating patient pickups, reporting patient status to nursing staff, and adhering to safety, infection control, and de-escalation procedures. A high school diploma or equivalent and CPR certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Reads, writes, and follows verbal and written instructions with accuracy.
• Must communicate clearly with patients, families, and staff to coordinate safe transportation.
• CPR certification and Oceans approved de-escalation program are required.

Responsibilities

• Safely transports patients to and from facilities while complying with safety protocols.
• Monitors patient well-being during transport and reports any concerns to nursing staff.
• Communicates with Transportation Coordinator to schedule patient pickups and drop-offs.
• Adheres to facility safety regulations and infection control policies during all shifts.

Skills

Reading & Writing

Communication skills

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Oceans Healthcare is seeking a Driver to provide reliable transportation services for patients with emotional or psychiatric disorders. The role supports the therapeutic milieu, ensures safety, and complies with Joint Commission and Regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating patient pickups, reporting patient status to nursing staff, and adhering to safety, infection control, and de-escalation procedures. A high school diploma or equivalent and CPR certification are preferred.