Hospital Shuttle Driver - CDL, Safe Patient Transit

UF Health; Gainesville, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health seeks qualified bus drivers to provide safe, prompt transportation for patients, visitors and staff. You will perform pre-trip inspections, operate the bus on busy routes, and assist with wheelchairs using the lift platform while answering questions about routes and parking.

The role follows a 5-day workweek (Mon–Fri) with possible split shifts and weekend transports during high ridership. A Florida CDL with passenger endorsement, a High School diploma, and minimum age 25 are required.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, courteous customer interaction.
• Ability to remain calm and professional under stress.
• Capacity to coordinate with teams and manage groups of passengers.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip vehicle inspections and report safety concerns.
• Operate bus safely in heavy traffic and through designated routes.
• Load/unload wheelchairs and strollers using lift platform.
• Interact with patients, visitors, and staff to answer questions and assist navigation.

Skills

Strong communication

Emotional stability

Team coordination

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CDL training completion

Job description

UF Health seeks qualified bus drivers to provide safe, prompt transportation for patients, visitors and staff. You will perform pre-trip inspections, operate the bus on busy routes, and assist with wheelchairs using the lift platform while answering questions about routes and parking.

The role follows a 5-day workweek (Mon–Fri) with possible split shifts and weekend transports during high ridership. A Florida CDL with passenger endorsement, a High School diploma, and minimum age 25 are required.