Driver - PACE

Reid Health; Richmond (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Reid Health is seeking a transport driver to move patients and participants between homes, Reid Health campuses, and the PACE Center. The role requires daily attention to safety, patient comfort, and timely delivery of services.

The position emphasizes operating wheelchair lifts, maintaining vehicle safety, and completing required training. Typical hours are day shift, with emphasis on dependable attendance and compassionate care for the frail and elderly population.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma.
• Experience: 1 year working with frail and elderly population.
• CPR certification is preferred and required by some shifts.

Responsibilities

• Drive a specially equipped van to transport patients and participants between homes, Reid Health, Reid Health PACE Center, and other locations.
• Ensure wheelchair lifts and tie-downs are operated safely and that participants reach appointments on time.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report maintenance needs.
• Follow schedules and adjust routes for unplanned changes while using safe driving practices.

Skills

Dependable attendance

Patient transport

Safety consciousness

Education

High School diploma

Job description

0106 PACE

Schedule: Day Shift. 40 hours weekly. 8:00am – 5:00pm

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Reid Health Transportation Supervisor, is responsible for transporting and escorting patients and participants between their homes, Reid Health, Reid Health PACE Center, and other designated locations.

Overview Of Responsibilities

• Provide regular and dependable attendance.
• Drive a specially equipped van to deliver persons to varied destinations. Assure that wheelchair lifts and tie-down equipment are properly operated and that participants/patients are delivered to appointments in a timely manner.
• Ensure cleanliness and functioning of vehicle and equipment. Inspect van and maintain it in a clear, orderly, and safe condition. Report the need for maintenance.
• Follow established schedules, adjust schedules to meet unanticipated changes, and determine the safest and most efficient pick-up and delivery routes.
• Assist passengers on and off the van in a safe and courteous manner. Handle medical equipment and any emergencies that may arise.
• Complete documentation as required.
• Ask for assistance when needed.
• Attend and successfully execute required annual driver training courses and participate in mandatory in-service training.
• Be accountable for scope of work and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Follow all Policies and Procedures and OSHA safety guidelines.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all company procedures and information about participants, clients, or families.
• Handle potentially infectious specimens with appropriate biohazard precautions, and practice standard precautions.
• Participate in and support Quality Improvement initiatives.
• Participate in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings. Maintain professional affiliations and any required certifications.
• Perform other duties as required or requested.
• Comply with CMS PACE regulations as they pertain to this role.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and can be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management deems necessary.

Education & Experience

• Education Required: High School diploma
• Education Preferred: High School diploma
• Experience Required: 1 year working with the frail and elderly population
• Experience Preferred: 2 years in a transportation and/or patient transport setting

Licensure & Certification

• Licensure: Valid driver’s license
• Certifications: CPR
• Age Requirement Minimum: 21 years of age
• Age Requirement Preferred: 25 years of age or older