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Acadia Healthcare; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Henderson, NV is seeking a dedicated Transportation Technician to safely move patients and staff between facilities and appointments. You will ensure passenger safety, maintain vehicle logs, and provide courteous, professional service in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities include patient admissions and discharges transport, on-call coverage, and keeping vehicles clean and well-maintained. A valid driver’s license and CPR/de-escalation certification are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid State Driver’s License required.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire).
• First aid may be required depending on state or facility.

Responsibilities

• Transport visitors or staff as needed.
• Transport patients for admissions and discharges.
• Ensure all passengers wear seatbelts before starting the vehicle.
• Drive vehicle to pick up supplies or equipment as needed.
• Respond to on-call schedule as required.
• Complete transportation documentation accurately.
• Maintain vehicle logs and report maintenance issues.
• Keep company vehicles clean and functional.
• Provide a positive, empathetic and professional attitude toward customers; prioritize patient safety.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid State Driver’s License

CPR certification

De-escalation/restraint certification

First aid certification

Job description

Overview

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

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

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

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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