Driver - Per Diem

Vista Community Clinic; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Vista Community Clinic is seeking a Shuttle Driver to transport patients between VCC sites in San Diego's North County area and nearby locations. You will maintain schedules, ensure safety, and provide courteous, customer-focused service.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, a valid California driver's license with a clean record, CPR certification, and bilingual English/Spanish. Training will be provided; pay ranges from $22 to $23 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Valid California driver’s license with clean driving record required.
• Current CPR certification preferred.
• Must complete initial training program.

Responsibilities

• Operate shuttle vehicles between VCC sites in San Diego’s North County area.
• Transport patients and clients safely and efficiently; provide courier services between clinic sites if needed.
• Maintain transportation schedules and logs; submit reports monthly.
• Ensure vehicle safety and perform/coordinate basic maintenance; enforce no eating/drinking/smoking policy in vehicles.
• Complete and submit vehicle inspection reports.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Safe driving

Customer service

Navigation / map reading

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS devices

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

At Vista Community Clinic (VCC), we believe healthcare is more than medicine, it’s about hope, community, and impact. For over 50 years, we’ve been a leader in the community clinic movement, growing from a small volunteer-driven effort in Vista to a nationally recognized network of state-of-the-art clinics across San Diego, Orange, Los Angeles, and Riverside counties. Today VCC has 14 clinics serving over 70,000 patients annually, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional, patient-centered care where it’s needed most.

As a private, non-profit, multi-specialty outpatient clinic, VCC provides more than healthcare, we provide opportunity. Here your skills are celebrated, your growth is supported and your work makes a difference. We know that our success is a direct result of the exceptional talents and dedication of our employees.

For eligible employees, benefits include:

• Competitive compensation & benefits
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company-paid life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) retirement plan

Why VCC?

• Winner of the 2025 HRSA Gold Medal for Outstanding Care, placing VCC among the top 10% of Federally Qualified Health Centers in the U.S.
• Recognized by HRSA as a National Quality Leader in Behavioral Health and Diabetes and for excellence in Preventive Health and Health IT.
• A robust training & development culture to help you grow and advance your career.
• A workplace built on respect, collaboration and passion for care.

Responsibilities

Operate our shuttle vehicles primarily between VCC and local sites in San Diego’s North County area. Transport patients and clients in a safe, efficient and positive customer- focused manner. May provide courier services between clinic sites.

• Assist riders in mounting and/or dismounting vehicle including installing and securing child safety seats
• Maintain transportation schedules for patients
• Maintain transportation logs and submit to supervisor on a monthly basis
• Ensure regular maintenance is performed and any mechanical issues are addressed immediately, including cleaningEnforce no eating, drinking or smoking policy by riders inside van
• Complete and submit vehicle inspection reports

Qualifications

Minimum

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Valid California driver’s license and proof of auto insurance
• Clean driving record for a minimum period of three years prior to hire; must maintain clean driving record throughout employment
• Current CPR certification.
• Must successfully complete initial training program

Required Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of VCC facility locations and San Diego’s North County area
• Ability to read/interpret directional maps (e.g., Thomas Bros) and to use GPS systems
• Strong customer focused communication skills
• Ability to drive safely in inclement weather
• Demonstrated dependability, ability to meet deadlines and adherence to all safety regulations
• Experience/familiarity with computers, Microsoft Office products (Word/Excel), business e-mail communication systems and internet search capabilities

Pay Range

• $22.00 - $23.00 per hour Depending On Experience