Driver

Cano Health; Kendall (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cano Health in Kendall, FL is seeking a Patient Transport Associate to move patients between origin and appointments with courteous service.

You will assist patients getting in/out of vehicle, help with wheelchairs, ensure safety, and report incidents. Flexible shifts and travel to assigned clinics.

Requires high school diploma, up to 1 year driving experience, clean driving record; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Up to 1 year driving experience preferred; patient transportation experience is a plus.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to appointments as scheduled, ensuring courtesy and timeliness.
• Assist patients to enter/exit vehicle and with wheelchairs.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and conduct basic safety checks daily.
• Report incidents to supervisor immediately.
• Flexible shifts and travel to assigned clinics.

Skills

Customer service skills

Excellent communication

Knowledge of local streets

Safe and timely transport

Bilingual English/Spanish (Preferred)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Routing app

Job description

It's rewarding to be on a team of people that truly believe in making an impact!We are committed to building the best primary care environment for patients and are seeking healthcare enthusiasts to join us.Job SummaryTransports patients from place of origin to the appointments in a courteous and timely manner. Position requires a high commitment to service excellence.Duties & ResponsibilitiesEssential Duties & ResponsibilitiesPick up and return of patients as per schedule.Stays in contact with the office to report any change in schedule including any patient cancellations.Assist patients to get in and out of the vehicle.Assist patients with wheelchair.Ensures the safety of all passengers.Works flexible shifts as work dictates.Deliveries, Holter monitors, and miscellaneous pick-ups as needed.Transport patient to hospital or specialist office.Checks and maintains van daily and ensures that it is mechanically safe and clean.Report any incident or accidents to the supervisor and management immediately.Performs other duties as assigned.Required to wear company uniform.Utilize phone as routing system.Any other duties as assigned by managerSupervisory ResponsibilitiesNo supervisory responsibilities.Education & ExperienceHigh School diploma or equivalentUp to 1 year driving experience required; patient transportation preferredBi-lingual English/Spanish PreferredClean driving recordKnowledge of local streets and addressesCustomer service skillsKnowledge, Skills & ProficienciesValid Drivers licenseExcellent customer service and communication skills.Ability to transport members in a safe, timely and efficient manner.Ability to work flexible schedule and location.Must be able to comply with company policies and procedures.Must be able to maintain patient confidentiality at all times.Must have basic mechanical skills i.e. ability to check and fully inspect their vehicles daily.Job RequirementsPhysical RequirementsAbility to reach, lift, carry and move objects. Ability to walk, stand, bend, sit intermittently and occasionally climb. The incumbent must be able to work extended and flexible hours and weekends as needed. Physical demands include ability to lift up to 100 lbs. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Travel RequirementsTravel RequiredAmount of Expected TravelDetailsWork will involve driving/traveling to assigned clinics.Tools & Equipment UsedComputer and peripherals, standard and customized software applications and tools, and usual office equipment.DisclaimerThe duties and responsibilities described above are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties, and responsibilities to this job at any time. Cano Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.Join our team that is making a difference!Please see Cano Health’s Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work post here