Medical Transporter

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc.; Claremont (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Catawba Valley Living in Claremont, NC is seeking a compassionate Medical Transporter to transport residents to medical appointments and assist with documentation and specimens.

Must have NC CNA certification, a valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record. You’ll work independently in a residential setting, upholding patient confidentiality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Active North Carolina CNA Certification required.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Ability to read and write.
• Strong communication and independent work abilities.
• Ability to relate to ill, elderly, or emotionally upset patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, reliable transportation of residents to and from medical appointments, following safety protocols.
• Maintain or assist with a written schedule of patient appointments.
• Arrange times to stay with patients if needed.
• Deliver and pick up medical documents from physician offices.
• Transport laboratory specimens to hospitals.
• Run errands for the facility.
• Keep vehicle fueled and report maintenance needs.
• Load/unload patients and accompany them to offices as required.
• Submit paperwork with patient appointments and report incidents as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Read and write

Independent work

Education

NC 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.