HANCO EMS Ambulette Driver - 40 hrs/wk.

Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center is seeking an ambulette driver to transport clients safely to designated destinations. The role requires a valid Ohio driver’s license, CPR/First Aid, and EMS-related certifications with on-time renewal.

Candidates must maintain patient confidentiality and complete detailed trip reports. The position involves vehicle inspections, equipment restocking, and disinfecting transport vehicles.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license or obtain one within 30 days of residency.
• CPR and First Aid certifications must be obtained within 30 days of hire; on-the-job training provided if needed.
• ODPS EMT certification or reciprocity process must be pursued within orientation period.
• Ability to complete accurate trip reports and maintain patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clients to destinations in a safe, professional manner.
• Complete trip reports accurately and obtain required signatures.
• Restock supplies and ensure equipment is returned and disinfected.
• Perform daily/weekly vehicle inspections and stay updated on procedures and regulations.
• Participate in training and CEU sessions to maintain certifications.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Safe driving

Good interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR certification

First Aid certification

EMT/EMS certification eligible

ODPS EMT reciprocity knowledge

Job description

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION

The primary duty of the ambulette driver is to deliver clients to the identified destination in a safe and professional manner. Hanco EMS is the primary 911 provider for the local community and also provides a wide spectrum of medical transport services.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Duty 1: The primary duty of the ambulette driver is to deliver clients to the identified destination in a safe and professional manner.
2. Duty 2: No driver shall recommend a specific physician or facility. All destinations will be predetermined prior to deployment of the ambulette for service.
3. Duty 3: Drivers will complete all required trip reports in an accurate concise manner and obtain required signatures. Patient confidentiality is a high priority! Discussion of runs or company business will be limited to debriefing sessions.
4. Duty 4: Accurately record all required information per departmental guidelinesDuty 5: Restocks all supplies used on the call for service and confirm that all equipment used has been retrieved and is returned to its appropriate location.
5. Duty 6: Sanitizes and disinfects the transport vehicle and equipment when indicated.
6. Duty 7: Participates in all debriefing sessions.
7. Duty 8: Keeps up with job related updates in pre-hospital procedures and regulations.
8. Duty 9: Participates in monthly training events or CEU classes to maintain respective certification and licensure according to departmental guidelines.
9. Duty 10: Performs daily and weekly vehicle inspections and at the same time becoming knowledgeable on the placement of all equipment.
10. Duty 11: Participates in building/grounds maintenance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED equivalent A valid driver's license is required (if you do not have a valid Ohio driver's license you must obtain one within 30 days of your residency in the state). You must meet BVHS's company fleet policy, auto insurance requirements and meet any other requirements that may be required to operate a vehicle.A valid driver's license is required (if you do not have a valid Ohio driver's license you must obtain one within 30 days of your residency in the state). You must also meet BVHS's company fleet policy, Hanco's insurance company requirements, and any other requirements that may be required to operate a vehicle:Drivers at least 25 years old must have no more than three moving violations or one accident and one violation within the last three years.Drivers 21, 22, 23 and 24 years old can have no more than two moving violations within the last three years.Drivers 18, 19 and 20 years old must have no moving violations on the driving record. Drivers under 18 are not acceptable. No driver may have any major convictions within the last five year period.All drivers are subject to insurance company's prior approval.Health Care Provider Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and must be obtained within 30 days of hire. (Hanco will provide on the job training if necessary).One of the following is required and must be obtained within 30 days of hire. (Hanco will provide on the job training if necessary).Basic First AidFirst ResponderOhio division of EMS certification of Emergency Medical Technician Healthcare Provider (Any EMT level class from another state that you can receive your ODPS EMT certification through the process of reciprocity ODPS card must be obtained before orientation).Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area's policies and procedures.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with transporting clients.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Requires a full range of body motion with continuous activity in walking, lifting, bending, squatting, kneeling and standing. This position requires an individual to lift 75 pounds or more and push/pull patients in wheelchairs (150-350 lbs). Must be able to reach work above the shoulders. Associate must have good eye/hand coordination to push, pull and perform simple grasping tasks and fine manipulation. Associate must have excellent verbal skills to interview patients. This position requires corrected vision and hearing in the normal range. Associate must have excellent verbal skills.This position is classified "at risk" for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc).