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PACS Group; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group is seeking a dedicated transportation support professional to provide safe, reliable rides for residents to medical appointments and activities in the Nampa, Idaho area.

You will assist with loading, ensure vehicle safety, and coordinate with care staff while maintaining a positive community image. A valid license and CNA training are required, with flexibility to meet resident needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Ability to read and follow instructions and manuals.
• Must have completed CNA or Caregiver training and maintain CE for certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists residents with loading and unloading from community-approved vehicles.
• Ensures safe transportation to medical appointments or activities.
• Maintains interior and exterior of vehicles for safety and appearance.
• Monitors vehicle maintenance logs and coordinates maintenance needs.
• Flexible with work times to accommodate late appointments or activities.
• Demonstrates safe transfer techniques for residents, including transfers with wheelchairs.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 75 pounds when assisting residents.

Skills

Customer service

Safe driving

GPS knowledge

Reading & math basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

General Purpose

The purpose of this position is to provide transportation services to residents for activities or medical appointments.

Pay Range for this position is $18-$22 DOE

Essential Duties

• Assists residents with loading and unloading from community-approved vehicles.
• Ensures the safe transportation of residents to scheduled medical appointments or other approved activities, resident outings, etc.
• Maintains the interior and exterior of community vehicles to promote safe and comfortable transport for the residents and project a positive image in the community.
• Monitors vehicle maintenance logs and delivers vehicles for regularly scheduled maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, etc.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Must be flexible with work time (in the event a resident appointment or activity runs late)
• Must have training and be able to return demonstrate safe clinical based transfer techniques for:
  • Ingress/Egress of mobile r4esidents with vehicle
  • Transfer of residents into and out of wheelchairs.
  • Properly securing residents wheelchairs into bays in vehicle.
• Must be able to lift transfer and mobilize resident weights of up to 70 pounds by self in confined areas inside vehicle.
• Must be able to make complex decisions involving residents.

Supervisory Requirements

This position has no supervisor responsibilities.

Qualification Education and/or Experience

Minimum of a High School Diploma or a GED Minimum – 25 years old Must have a valid DL Must be familiar with GPS and local driving area. No Traffic Crimes in the last 7 years. DUI, DWS, Reckless Driving, No Traffic Felonies Multiple DUI, or DWS, Leaving Scene with Injuries, Assault with Vehicle Not more than 2 moving violations in 3 years Not more than one accident in 3 years Pass a drug screen and background check Language Skills: Ability to read, write and understand job related instructions and manuals Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and residents. Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in the Microsoft Suite products. Must have successfully completed CNA or Caregiver training and maintain all CE to maintain certification.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described 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. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. computer. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk and talk, read or hear.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.