EMS Special Transportation Driver

Allina Health; Mounds View (MN); Hybrid; USD 2,836,000 - 4,042,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Allina Health EMS in Mounds View, MN is seeking a Special Transportation Driver to support patient movement between care settings. You will assist with wheelchair transfers, handle belongings, and transport patients safely as part of a hospital-based EMS team.

The role involves 1.0 FTE with 10-hour day/evening/night shifts, every other weekend, and open positions for 0.5–1.0 FTE depending on union seniority bidding. Applicants must meet MN DOT training, license, and certification requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience to meet required functional competencies.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates patient flow from the hospital by providing transportation to patients who are being discharged or transferred.
• Assists with the patient’s physical needs by pushing their wheelchair and handling belongings.
• Operates vehicle in compliance with driving laws and company policy.
• Cleans and disinfects vehicle and maintains cleanliness.
• Reports safety hazards and maintenance needs; submits billing information for each transport.

Skills

Age 18+

Valid Driver’s License

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MNDOT training

Job description

## EMS Special Transportation DriverApply: Allina Health Emergency Medical Services Mounds View: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-0074449**Location Address:**2296 Woodale DriveMounds View, MN 55112**Date Posted:**September 14, 2026**Department:**84006729 Interfacility**Shift:**Day/Evening/Night (United States of America)**Shift Length:**10 hour shift**Hours Per Week:**40**Union Contract:**L167-1-EMTs and Paramedics-TTR**Weekend Rotation:**Every Other**Job Summary:**Join Allina Health EMS as a Special Transportation Driver and play a vital role in patient care beyond emergency response. You’ll help patients move safely and comfortably between care settings while being part of a trusted, hospital‐based EMS system that values compassion, reliability, and teamwork.**Key Position Details:*** 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period)* 10-hour day/evening/night shift (shifts are variable due to union seniority bidding every 6 months)* Every other weekend rotation* We are open 7 days a week, we hire both 1.0 and 0.5 FTE positions. There are multiple start and end times within a day.**Job Description:**Facilitates patient flow from the hospital by providing transportation to patients who are being discharged or transferred. Assists with the patient's physical needs by pushing their wheelchair and picking up and transporting their belongings. Operates vehicle in accordance with driving laws and company policy. Cleans and disinfects vehicle. **Principle Responsibilities*** Provides transportation to patients. + Assists patient with the patient's physical needs such as pushing their wheelchair and picking up and transporting their belongings. + Submits billing information for each transport.* Maintains vehicle. + Cleans and disinfects. + Operates vehicle in accordance with driving laws and company policy. + Reports safety, potential safety hazards and maintenance requests.* Other duties as assigned.**Required Qualifications*** Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description, with high school diploma or GED preferred* MN Department of Transportation (MNDOT) training. MNDOT certification requires a minimum age of 18 and not less than one year of driving**Licenses/Certifications*** Valid Commercial Driver Medical Certification required upon hire* Valid Driver’s License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment**Physical Demands*** Heavy Work:* Lifting weight up to 100 lbs. occasionally, up to 50 lbs. frequently**Pay Range**### Pay Range: $20.59 to $29.34 per hour### The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.### **Benefit Summary** Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work. Benefits include:* Medical/Dental* PTO/Time Away* Retirement Savings Plans* Life Insurance* Short-term/Long-term Disability* Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)* Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable* Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program* Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *\\*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.*