Driver (Temp)+

The Goodman Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

West Hills Health & Rehabilitation in Portland seeks a dedicated Driver to transport residents to appointments and activities, ensuring safety and a caring approach. You will keep the community vehicles clean inside and out and perform daily inspections.

Responsibilities include assisting residents, operating the wheelchair lift, logging trips, and reporting safety issues. This position requires a valid license, adherence to DOT rules, and comfort working with ill or elderly residents.

Qualifications

• Must meet all applicable state and federal requirements.
• Compliance with DOT regulations and safety procedures.
• Infection control, waste disposal and universal precautions knowledge.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with endorsements and DMV record acceptable.
• Must be 25 years or older.
• Healthcare or long-term care experience preferred.
• Prefer 12 months driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe transportation to residents for activities and appointments as scheduled.
• Pickup and deliver items to meet community needs.
• Assist residents on and off the vehicle to ensure safety.
• Operate wheelchair lift as required.
• Daily inspection and maintenance of community vehicle and cleanliness.
• Secure wheelchairs, oxygen tanks, and bags prior to transport.
• Maintain mileage, repair logs and trip records.
• Report incidents to the Executive Director and document accident information.
• Identify transportation issues and report to leadership.
• Keep daily vehicle activity schedule as directed.
• Report hazards in the facility and take corrective action where possible.
• Dispose of refuse and PPE per sanitation procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Decision making

Communication

Empathy

Verbal communication

Housekeeping

Maintenance basics

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Driver plays an integral role in the success of our team, our community and creating a place our residents are proud to call home. The primary purpose of this position is to transport residents to and from appointments and activities in a safe manner to destinations located beyond the premises of the community and to be responsible for the general appearance of the community vehicles inside and out.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide safe transportation to and from activities/appointments for residents as scheduled.
• Pickup and deliver items as directed to meet the needs of the community.
• Assist each resident on and off the vehicle at all times to ensure personal safety using proper and specified equipment and procedures.
• Operates mechanical lift as required for wheelchair bound patients.
• Responsible for daily inspection and maintenance of the community vehicle (gas, oil, coolant, air pressure, lights, etc.) and cleanliness of the interior and exterior to ensure vehicle is in good working condition and there are no hazards or safety issues.
• Follow all safety rules and safe practice when securing wheelchairs, oxygen tanks and miscellaneous resident equipment and bags are secured prior to transport.
• Keep appropriate records (i.e., mileage logs, repair logs, trips and expenses, etc.) utilizing the vehicle log.
• Report any incidents or accidents to the Executive Director immediately. Collect all required accident information and take pictures of vehicles.
• Identify transportation issues/concerns to the Transportation Director, Life Enrichment Director or Executive Director.
• Keep daily schedule of vehicle activity as directed.
• Identify and report any potential hazards or safety issues in the facility and correct as appropriate.
• Dispose of refuse and personal protective equipment in accordance with established sanitation procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Critical Skills

• Be able to make independent decisions and follow instructions.
• Deal tactfully with personnel, prospects, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.
• Capable of working with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility.
• Communicate effectively in a manner that is sufficient for supervisors, team members, prospects, residents, and families.
• Must be knowledgeable of housekeeping and sanitation principles.
• Knowledge and ability in handling equipment and tools necessary to make minor repairs.
• Basic computer skills.

Education and Experience

• Must meet all applicable state and federal requirements for this position.
• Compliance of all programs with state and federal regulations, including those imposed by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
• Knowledge of all established safety procedures and precautions, including infection control, waste disposal and universal precautions when performing duties.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid and current drivers' license with appropriate endorsements and DMV record acceptable to facility's insurance company and within facility's policy.
• Must be 25 years or older.
• Prefer experience in a healthcare or long-term care environment.
• Prefer 12 months or more of driving experience.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have any direct reports or supervisory requirements.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants, and hazardous chemicals.

Physical Requirements

• Be able to push or pull up to 50 lbs. frequently and to a distance of 5 feet
• Be able to lift up to 75 lbs. occasionally and to a distance of 3 feet from the floor
• Be able to carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally and 75 lbs. rarely to a distance of 5 feet
• Be able to reach, grasp and twist frequently
• Alternating between standing, sitting and walking
• Climbing stairs on occasion

Cognitive Requirements

• Executes tasks independently
• Acceptable fluency in English in order to perform job duties and speak, read, write, and communicate with supervisors, coworkers, residents, and applicable third parties
• Ability to express yourself clearly and effectively
• General computer literacy

Environmental Requirements

• Occasionally exposed to extreme temperatures
• Occasionally exposed to chemicals or gasoline

Other Requirements

• n/a

Platinum Service® is characterized by a high level of responsiveness delivered in a flawless, timely and caring way. Employees commit to providing courteous, responsive, and quality service to our residents by following the principles of our Platinum Service® program.

Conclusion

All employees are expected to follow all policies and procedures. These policies and procedures can be found in the employee handbook, department policy and procedure manuals and with your supervisor. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Acknowledgement

I understand this job description and its requirements, and that I am expected to complete all job-related duties as assigned. I understand the essential functions may be altered from time to time.

By signing below, I acknowledge I am able to perform the essential functions of this job with or without a reasonable accommodation. If I require a reasonable accommodation, I will inform the recruiter/hiring manager, my manager, or Human Resources and agree to participate in the interactive process to discuss possible accommodations.

Qualifications

West Hills Health & Rehabilitation, a 113-bed skilled nursing community, has served the Portland community since 1970. Here, team members serve a range of lifestyles and care levels, including skilled nursing rehabilitation, long-term care, and respite care. We take pride in delivering Platinum Service®, our commitment to put residents and their families at the heart of everything we do. Join our team and come see why our team members consistently place West Hills Health & Rehabilitation above other communities as a great place to work. Enjoy the total rewards of competitive pay plus benefits centered on you while performing meaningful work.