Driver

Acadia Healthcare; Belton (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare seeks a dedicated transport associate to move patients, staff, and visitors to appointments and events across our facilities. You will ensure belt use, operate facilities vehicles, and maintain accurate transport records, while upholding patient safety and professionalism.

The role requires CPR and de-escalation/restraint training, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to complete documentation with care. A strong, empathetic customer service mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire).
• First aid certification may be required depending on state or facility.
• Ability to document transport activities accurately.

Responsibilities

• Pick up or transports visitors or staff as needed.
• Transport patients for admissions and discharges.
• Ensure all passengers wear seatbelts before the vehicle is started.
• Drive facility vehicle to pick up supplies or equipment as needed.
• Respond to and adhere to on-call schedule.
• Accurately complete all transportation documentation.
• Maintain vehicle logs and report maintenance issues.
• Keep all company vehicles clean and functional.
• Provide empathetic, professional attitude toward customers and resolve patient complaints when needed.

Skills

Safe driving

Patient transport

Documentation accuracy

Empathy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

First aid certification

De-escalation training

Job description

Purpose

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.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.