Driver

Acadia Healthcare; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Longleaf Hospital in Alexandria, LA is seeking a part-time driver to safely transport patients to appointments, activities, and airport shuttles.

The role requires a high school diploma and a valid state driver's license; CPR and de-escalation training are provided on hire. You will maintain logs, complete documentation, and uphold patient safety with empathy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid state driver’s license required.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from appointments and activities.
• Transport visitors or staff as needed.
• Ensure seatbelts are worn before starting.
• Complete transportation documentation accurately.
• Maintain vehicle logs and report maintenance.
• Keep vehicles clean and functional.
• Adhere to on-call schedule when required.
• Provide empathetic, professional customer service.

Skills

Patient transport

Empathetic service

Safety awareness

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Longleaf Hospital is seeking at part time driver for our IOP.

Purpose Statement

Responsible for safely transporting patients to and from appointments, activity trips, airport shuttle service and other special events.

Essential Functions

• Pick up or transports visitors or staff as needed.
• Transport patients for admissions and discharges.
• Assure that all passengers are wearing seatbelts before the vehicle is started.
• Drive company facility vehicle to pick-up supplies or equipment, as needed.
• Respond and adhere to “on call” schedule as required.
• Accurately and appropriately complete all transportation documentation.
• Maintain vehicle log(s) and report maintenance issues to appropriate facility staff.
• Ensure all company vehicles are kept clean and functional.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Education/Experience/Skill Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Licenses/Designations/Certifications

• Valid State Driver’s License required.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

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