Driver - Healthcare

TEEMA; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA is seeking a patient transport driver in the San Francisco, CA area to safely move patients using wheelchair lifts and tie-downs. The role emphasizes reliability, safety protocols, and supportive interaction with elderly patients.

Candidates should hold a valid CA driver’s license, a clean record, and be able to operate various transport vehicles. CPR/First Aid certification and bilingual skills are highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid California Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Experience operating a variety of vehicles and equipment used in patient transport.
• One year of experience with frail or elderly populations preferred.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and adapt to changing schedules.
• Bilingual abilities (Spanish, Cantonese, or other languages) are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate vehicles, including wheelchair tie-downs and lifts, for patient transport.
• Maintain patient and vehicle safety through routine maintenance and pre-trip inspections.
• Provide punctual, safe transport for patients, meals, and supplies.
• Support care plans by assisting patients during transport and reporting observations to the team.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Coordinator.

Skills

Clean driving record

Vehicle operation

Customer service

Bilingual preferred

Safety protocols

Education

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities:

Safely operate vehicles, including wheelchair tie-down and lift usage, while transporting patients.

Maintain patient and vehicle safety through regular maintenance, pre-trip inspections, and adherence to safety protocols.

Provide punctual and safe transport for patients, meals, and supplies as scheduled or requested.

Support patient care plans developed by the team, assisting patients during transport and reporting observations to the team.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Coordinator.

Required Qualifications:

Valid California Driver's License with a clean driving record.

Ability to operate all types of vehicles used by our client and basic mechanical knowledge.

One year of experience working with frail or elderly populations is preferred.

Flexibility, creativity, and the ability to interact positively with elderly patients, demonstrating mature judgment.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Bilingual in Spanish, Cantonese, or any other language is highly preferred.

Certification in CPR and First Aid is highly preferred.

Previous experience in transportation services or a similar role is highly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Ability to stoop, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions of the wrist and hands.

Must have visual acuity.

Ability to lift/move weight within individual physical capability, use appropriate lifting devices, or request assistance when needed.