Medical Transporter

Catawba-Valley-Living; Claremont (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Catawba Valley Living is seeking a compassionate Medical Transporter to safely move residents to and from medical appointments in Claremont, NC.

Responsibilities include coordinating schedules, delivering documents, and assisting with errands while ensuring confidentiality and patient comfort.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Active NC CNA certification.
• Valid NC driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Must be able to read and write.
• Excellent communication and ability to work independently.
• Good health and emotional stability.
• Ability to relate to ill, elderly or upset patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, reliable transportation of residents to and from medical appointments.
• Maintain or assist in maintaining a written schedule of patient appointments.
• Arrange appointment times to stay with patients when needed.
• Deliver and pick up medical documents from physician offices.
• Transport laboratory specimens to hospitals.
• Run errands for the facility.
• Keep company vehicle fueled and report maintenance needs.
• Load/unload patients and accompany them to appointments.
• Return paperwork with each patient appointment.

Skills

Reading & writing

Communication

Independence

Emotional stability

Education

North Carolina CNA Certification

Job description

Medical Transporter

Job Summary:

Catawba Valley Living, a leading provider of senior living services, is seeking a compassionate and reliable Medical Transporter to join our team in Claremont, North Carolina. As a Medical Transporter, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of our residents to and from medical appointments. If you are a team player with excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to patient care, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Provide safe and efficient transportation of residents to and from medical appointments, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations
• Maintain or assist in maintaining a written schedule of patient appointments
• Arrange appointment times to allow flexibility to remain with patients if necessary
• Deliver and pick-up medical documents from physician offices
• Transport laboratory specimens to hospitals
• Run errands for the facility
• Keep company vehicle filled with fuel and notify the Maintenance Director of the need for routine service or repairs
• Assist with other assigned duties when not transporting
• Load and unload patients from vehicles, accompany them to physician offices, and stay with them if needed
• Deliver and return appropriate paperwork with each patient appointment
• Report any unusual occurrences or incidents involving patients to the charge nurse
• Maintain patient confidentiality regarding any medical information

Requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Hold an active and unencumbered North Carolina CNA Certification
• Possess a valid state driver's license, not expired or suspended, with no pending Failures to Appear (FTA) or major* or capital* violations on driving record
• Maintain a clean Motor Vehicle Record
• Must be able to read and write
• Must communicate well and work independently with minimal supervision
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with facility personnel, patients, families, and medical community
• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability
• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, or hostile patients

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Work is performed primarily in a company vehicle and in a residential community setting
• Speaking and hearing are required to perform job responsibilities
• Must be able to read, write, understand verbal and written directions
• Must have specific vision abilities, including color, close and far vision acuity, depth perception, and ability to adjust vision focus
• Must be in good physical health and have the ability to sit, stand, climb, and walk; must possess the strength/stamina to lift more than 50 pounds with assistance

Certification:

By applying for this position, you certify that you have read and fully understand the requirements set forth in this job description and agree to perform the identified essential functions and any other duty as assigned in a safe manner and in accordance with the facility's established policies.