Driver / Community Health Associate - Per Diem

Virtua; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Virtua is seeking a Per Diem Driver to assist with transporting food for the Food Pantry program in a safe and efficient manner. The ideal candidate will hold a CDL with passenger endorsement and demonstrate excellent driving and customer service skills. Shifts primarily on Mondays and Fridays with flexible options for a third day. Join us in making a difference in our community!

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 2 years driving experience required.
• Must possess a CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement.
• CPR certification preferred where transporting patients.

Responsibilities

• Transports food between storage and pantry locations.
• Maintains the cleanliness and service schedule of the vehicle.
• Assists passengers as needed during transport.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Loading and unloading

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 otherlocations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through ourEat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location:

Camden - 1000 Atlantic Avenue

Employment Type:

Employee

Employment Classification:

Per Diem

Time Type:

Part time

Work Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours:

0

Additional Locations:

Job Information:

Per diem driver needed to pick, deliver, and stock food for the Virtua Food Pantry program.Needed for shuttling food from Berlin storage site to both Food Pantry locations in Mt. Holly and Camden.

• Will be responsible for picking food from Food Pantry storage area, loading Virtua vehicle, delivering food to Food Pantry locations and stocking shelves upon arrival.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must have CDL (with passenger endorsement)
• Schedule - Mondays; 8am - 12pm / Fridays: 8am -12pm / can be flexible with 3rd day

Summary:

Transports materials, patients and/or employees throughout the system in a safe and timely manner.

Maintains the cleaning and maintenance schedule for the vehicle.

Maintains a clean driving record and follows all New Jersey driving laws.

Position Responsibilities:

* Transports materials, patients, or employees throughout the system as directed. Maintains a good working relationship with and assists patients on and off the van as needed. Loads and unloads materials as required. Recognizes and triage any patient concerns or problems to the appropriate staff when appropriate. Drives the Vehicle Safely at all times, maintaining a clean driving record.

* Ability to create the best possible schedules and route for meeting department objectives.

* Performs basic office duties while waiting for patients or downtime.

* Maintains schedule for routine vehicle service and reports any vehicle malfunctions quickly to supervisor for evaluation and schedules such repair.

* Maintains a clean vehicle and inspects the vehicle daily to ensure that the vehicle is in proper working order.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:

2 years driving experience.
CDL driver's license w/ passenger endorsement

Required Education:

High School degree or equivalent.

Training/Certifications/Licensure:

Driver's License Abstract must meet Virtua Health's insurance carrier standards.

CDL driver's license w/ passenger endorsement

CPR where transporting patients.

Defensive driving course preferred.

Hourly Rate: $18.85 - $28.27The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant's experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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