LifeLine Emergency Vehicle Operator

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health is seeking a Full-Time ATS driver in Indianapolis, IN to drive and operate wheelchair van units to support non-emergency patient transports. You will prioritize patient safety during loading, transfer, and movement, and ensure secure handling of patients and equipment.

Responsibilities include loading and unloading patients, ensuring timely transport, and maintaining vehicle safety and cleanliness.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Requires a valid Indiana Operator's license and good driving history.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or attainment upon hire.
• Prior vehicle driving and/or training experience preferred.
• First Responder Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drives and operates Alternative Transport Services (ATS)/ wheelchair van units in support of non-emergency and interfacility patient transports.
• Loads, moves, and transports patients and handles equipment while the vehicle is not in motion.
• Prioritizes patient safety in all phases of transport including transfer, loading, securing, vehicle transport, unloading and transfer to destination.

Skills

Driver's license

Good driving history

BLS Certification

Vehicle operation experience

First Responder certification

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

Full-Time Days, Indianapolis, IN

Drives and operates Alternative Transport Services (ATS)/ wheelchair van units in support of non-emergency and interfacility patient transports. Has primary responsibility regarding safe operations including vehicle operations, vehicle lift operations, patient/ device security, and patient movement. Provides efficient and timely patient care support such as loading, moving, and transporting patients and handling equipment while the vehicle is not in motion. Prioritizes patient safety in all phases of transport including transfer, loading, securing, vehicle transport, unloading, and transfer to the appropriate destination.

A valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record report may be required for this role. Consideration of employment for this role may be contingent upon the results of the Motor Vehicle Record report.

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Requires a valid Indiana Operator's license and good driving history.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or attainment upon hire.
• Prior vehicle driving and/or training experience preferred.
• First Responder Certification preferred.
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