Courtesy Van Driver (Full Time)

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy in Missouri seeks a patient transport driver to operate a Mercy transport van, pick up and deliver patients per guidelines, assist non-ambulatory and ambulatory patients, and ensure safety during transfers. This role requires a valid driver’s license and BLS certification; performance includes vehicle inspection, cleanliness, and fueling.

You will provide exceptional customer service aligned with Mercy’s mission and values, supporting a caring, collaborative team while ensuring safe

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required; Class E or equivalent where applicable.
• BLS certification preferred/required.
• Competent with lift/transfer techniques and safe patient handling.
• Ability to communicate clearly via UHF radio with dispatch; report defects to supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Operate Mercy patient transport van for pick-up and delivery of patients.
• Ensure safe transfer of non-ambulatory and ambulatory patients to and from the vehicle.
• Inspect the van daily; keep it clean and fueled; report any deficiencies promptly.
• Provide exceptional customer service consistent with Mercy’s mission, values and standards.

Skills

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Radio communication

Ambulation assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Wheelchair lift

Gait belt

Oxygen transfer equipment

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Operation of a Mercy patient transport van to include pick-up and delivery of patients consistent with established guidelines of practice. Responsible for the safe and proper transfer of non-ambulatory patients to and from the wheelchair, safe transport of patients via the wheelchair, ambulation assistance to and from the transport van for ambulatory patients, and proper and safe transport of both non-ambulatory and ambulatory patients via the transport van. This position will be contingent upon maintaining a current and valid Class E or equivalent drivers license.

Inspect the transport van daily and report any deficiencies to management promptly. Keep the van clean at all times; keep the vehicle sufficiently fueled.

Performs related duties as assigned; provide exceptional customer service to all in keeping with Mercys mission, values and Service Standards.

Position Details:

Licensure: For all states, a valid driver's license is required. This position will be contingent upon maintaining a current and valid E Class or equivalent driver’s license for the states that require it.
Certification/Registration: BLS
OTHER SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE: Competent with transfer and lift techniques and utilization of a gait belt for ambulatory patients; competent with disconnecting wall oxygen and transferring to portable oxygen with accurate liter setting for transport; competent with operating the wheelchair lift and securing system; good customer service skills; ability to communicate clearly by use of UHF radio with dispatch; ensure vehicle is kept clean and serviced appropriately; report all defects to manager.

Preferred Education: High School Diploma/GED

Preferred Experience: 1+ year(s) experience driving passengers using a transport van or equivalent

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.