Driver

Bradford Health Services; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradford Health Services in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Driver to transport patients throughout their treatment, from pickup to discharge. The role requires a flexible schedule as the facility operates 24/7, including nights and weekends.

You will pick up and drop off patients at airports and other locations, navigate in all weather, and maintain logs while upholding safety and professionalism. Must hold a clean driving record and license, CPR/First Aid, and be able to use a smartphone for

Qualifications

• Valid state-issued driver’s license with clean driving record for past 3 years.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of driving experience preferred.
• Must be at least 25 years old.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Able to use a smartphone to send mobile email updates.
• Insurable on company vehicle liability insurance.
• Able to read and interpret written information.
• Outstanding communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain high energy.
• Flexibility to work on-call, nights and weekends.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles in a safe and efficient manner.
• Pick-up and drop-off patients at airports or other locations, up to 10 hours round-trip.
• Navigate to various locations in all weather conditions and reroute as needed.
• Transport patients during treatment to different locations based on program participation or medical necessity.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness, inspections, and patient transportation logs daily.
• Exhibit positive, professional demeanor when greeting interacting with patients.
• Practice de-escalation tactics as needed.
• Ensure safety regulations are met and vehicle is equipped with required safety kit.
• Communicate updates on patient status with cross-functional teams.
• Complete regular trainings and assessments as assigned.
• Maintain courteous and professional appearance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Valid state-issued driver’s license

High School Diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

OVERVIEW

The Driver is responsible for the transportation of our patients throughout the duration of their treatment, from initial pickup point until the time of discharge. This may include individual or group trips to central locations for outings such as appointments and meetings. This job requires a flexible schedule, as our facility accepts patients 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles in a safe and efficient manner.
• Pick-up and drop-off patients at airports or other locations, up to 10 hours round-trip
• Navigate to various locations, in all weather conditions, and be quick to reroute through unexpected circumstances, as needed.
• Transport patients during treatment to different locations based on program participation, clinical requirements, or medical necessity.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness, accurate inspections, and patient transportation logs on a daily basis.
• Exhibit positive and professional demeanor when greeting and interacting with patients.
• Practice de-escalation tactics as needed.
• Ensure safety regulations are met and vehicle is equipped with required safety kit.
• Communicate with cross-functional teams regarding updates on patient status.
• Complete regular trainings and assessments as assigned.
• Maintain courteous and professional behavior and appearance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No direct supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE And TRAINING

• Valid state-issued driver’s license required. Must have had a clean driving record for at least the past 3 years, and no DUI’s or reckless driving charges in the past 7 years.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 years of driving experience preferred.
• Must be at least 25 years of age.
• Must have CPR/First Aid certification or be willing to get certified.
• Must be able to operate a smartphone to send mobile email updates.
• Must be insurable on company vehicle liability insurance.
• Ability to read and interpret written information.
• Must have outstanding communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining high energy.
• Flexibility with schedule, including availability to work on-call, nights, and weekends.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Valid state-issued driver’s license with clean driving record for at least the past 3 years, and no DUI’s or reckless driving charges in the past 7 years.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical Demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods (5+ consecutive hours).
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and/or crouch.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Travel Required.
• Work environment is climate controlled with regular exposure to outside weather conditions.