Driver

WelbeHealth; La Quinta (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

PTO and holidays

401K match

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

WelbeHealth in California seeks Drivers to transport Pace participants safely to appointments while delivering compassionate service and maintaining vehicle readiness. You will perform pre-trip inspections, assist participants, and follow safety rules.

The role requires teamwork with dispatch and supervisors to ensure smooth operations. Compensation includes base pay plus bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service and patient-facing roles is preferred.
• Experience in non-emergency transportation or medical transport is beneficial.
• Comfort with using technology and devices for scheduling and dispatch is expected.

Responsibilities

• Transport Pace participants safely to and from destinations according to schedule.
• Perform pre-trip inspections on assigned vehicles, including accessibility vans and minibuses.
• Assist participants getting in and out of vehicles and with wheelchairs when needed.
• Communicate with dispatch and leadership about changes in participants’ status or route conditions.
• Adhere to traffic regulations and safety policies at all times.

Skills

Customer service

Non-emergency transportation

Technology comfortable

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At WelbeHealth, we serve our communities’ most vulnerable seniors through shared intention, pioneering spirit, and the courage to love. These core values and our participant-focus lead the way no matter what.

Reporting to the Transportation Supervisor, Drivers safely transport participants to and from their destinations, all while creating genuine, positive connections. Drivers perform thorough pre-trip inspections and ensure vehicles are fully stocked with emergency supplies, ensuring each ride is safe. Drivers receive structured training, follow straightforward procedures, and effectively communicate with dispatch and leadership.

This role is different because Drivers at WelbeHealth:

• Make a meaningful impact - every ride, interaction, and on-time arrival strengthens participant dignity, comfort, confidence, and connection to whole-person care
• Work as a team - drivers, dispatch, supervisors, and clinics stay aligned
• Grow through learning - ongoing training builds skills to strengthen professional development, as well as service to participants and team members

We care about our team members. That's why we offer:

• Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Work/life balance - We mean it! 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays observed annually, and 6 sick days
• 401K savings + match
• Comprehensive compensation package including base pay, bonus, and equity
• And additional benefits!

On The Day-to-day, You Will

• Adhere to an assigned schedule of transporting PACE participants, ensuring high customer satisfaction
• Follow all traffic and safety regulations while operating vehicles
• Conduct comprehensive pre-inspections on assigned vehicles, including lift vans, ADA accessible minibuses, and ambulatory vehicles prior to the start of each shift
• Assist participants getting in and out of vehicles, as well as transferring participants in and out of wheelchairs
• Remain alert to pertinent input from other team members, participants, and caregivers, and promptly update the Transportation Supervisor of any changes in a participant’s condition or psychosocial status

Job Requirements Include

• High school diploma or equivalency; one (1) year of experience may be substituted in lieu of education
• Copy of recent vehicle insurance required
• All drivers must hold a valid driver’s license and meet company driving qualifications, including eligibility under our commercial auto insurance program. Applicants must generally be at least 25 years old; candidates ages 23–24 may be considered based on driving history and other underwriting criteria. Drivers over age 70 may be required to provide current medical certification
• Availability to work a variable schedule is required; shift assignments are determined by operational needs and may include weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Must be comfortable using technology
• Experience in non-emergency transportation or public transportation preferred
• Participate in the DMV pull notice and random testing for alcohol and controlled substances programs, pass DOJ/FBI background check, and pass DOT physical exam
• Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 180 days of hire and maintain certification thereafter; CPR and First Aid certification upon hire preferred

We are seeking Drivers that ideally have patient transport and/or exceptional customer service experience. If you’re ready to join a team that values both its participants and team members, we’d love to hear from you!

Compensation consists of base salary plus bonus. WelbeHealth offers a competitive total rewards package that includes a 401(k) match, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and a broad range of additional benefits. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and relevant qualifications.

Compensation Offering

$22—$24 USD

COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

At WelbeHealth, our mission is to unlock the full potential of our vulnerable seniors. In this spirit, please note that we have a vaccination policy for all our employees and proof of vaccination, or a vaccine declination form will be required prior to employment. WelbeHealth maintains required infection control and PPE standards and has requirements relevant to all team members regarding vaccinations.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At WelbeHealth, we embrace and cherish the diversity of our team members, and we're committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People seeking employment at WelbeHealth are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), pregnancy or other status protected by applicable law.