Lead Driver - Patient Transport & Fleet Operations

Sheppard Pratt Careers; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt Careers is seeking a Lead Driver in Hagerstown, MD to operate the Health System van or car, transporting patients and coordinating daily routes. The role requires maintaining records, reporting incidents, and ensuring vehicle readiness in varying conditions.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma or vocational training, a valid driver's license, and 1–2 years of related driving experience, with English fluency for effective communication within a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or vocational program required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Points on driving record may disqualify applicants.
• Must read, write and speak English well for communication with patients and staff.
• 1–2 years of related driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive Health System van/automobile to pick up and transport patients and deliveries in the metropolitan area.
• Maintain records of driving assignments and transportation schedules; report significant events.
• Observe, document and report patient behavior to supervisor.
• Coordinate vehicle use and schedules to maximize resource efficiency.
• Coordinate and document vehicle repair and maintenance; lead a small group of drivers.
• Under supervision coordinate transportation routes and ensure compliance with schedules.

Skills

Valid driver's license

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or Vocational Program

Job description

Sheppard Pratt Careers is seeking a Lead Driver in Hagerstown, MD to operate the Health System van or car, transporting patients and coordinating daily routes. The role requires maintaining records, reporting incidents, and ensuring vehicle readiness in varying conditions.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma or vocational training, a valid driver's license, and 1–2 years of related driving experience, with English fluency for effective communication within a healthcare setting.