Medical Transporter

Worcester County Developmental Center; Newark (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental

Health

Vision

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Worcester-County-Developmental-Center is seeking a dedicated transport and direct-support aide to assist people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will liaise with medical professionals, arrange transportation, and provide essential daily care in a respectful, patient-centered environment.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, a valid driver's license, and compliance with DDA Core Training.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license and approved to transport clients.
• Complete all DDA Core Training successfully.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between WCDC and medical professionals.
• Schedule and track all medical appointments and arrange transportation.
• Safely transport individuals to appointments.
• Maintain medical files for residents and communicate information between WCDC and medical professionals.
• Perform nursing tasks and administer medications as assigned.
• Assist individuals with personal care needs as required.
• Attend person-centered plan meetings and provide medical guidance as needed.
• Develop individualized strategies to meet each person's needs.

Skills

Communication

Driving

Organization

Education

High School Diploma/GED

DDA experience

CNA preferred

Job description

Summary: This position provides direct support, including transportation to/from medical appointments, for people living with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The incumbent will act as the liaison between WCDC and medical professionals. The incumbent must be organized and have excellent written and oral communication skills.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Hours may vary due to transporting clients to/from appointments.

Rate of Pay: $19.93 per hour

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Includes the following and any other duties as assigned to meet the vision, fulfill the mission, and abide by the values of the organization.

• Serves a liaison between WCDC and medical professionals providing care to the individuals.
• Schedules and tracks all medical appointments for the individuals and determine and/or provides transportation.
• Safely transports individuals to appointments.
• Completes, gathers, and disseminates medical and other information as necessary to effectively communicate information between WCDC and medical professionals.
• Administers medications, performs treatments, and implement nursing care plans.
• Assists persons served with personal care issues such as toileting , feeding, hygiene, etc, as needed.
• Interacts with consulting staff, family and the community in a positive manner. Supports WCDC's position during interactions with others. Operates according to the WCDC's mission and vision.
• Attends person centered plan meetings as needed an provided medical guidance and input.
• Develop strategies to help clients overcome their limitations and individualizes programs to provide for the needs of each person served.
• Maintains medical files for residential individuals at the Center and in each residential home, making sure they are kept up to date and accurate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Must be at least 21 years old, with a valid driver's license, and approved to transport clients. License may not be Provisionals and have a driving record that reflects responsibility and maturity. Complete all DDA Core Training successfully.

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED
• 3+ years' experience in the medical field
• DDA experience and CNA preferred

Physical Demands/work Environment

Must be able to stand and walk 90% of work time; sit and/or drive 10%. Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull 60 pounds; must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch and reach. All of the requirements are necessary in order to properly supervise and assist individuals with disabilities. Should be able to climb stairs/ladder and have good balance. Vision is required in order to drive.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental
• Health
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Short-Term Disability

WCDC is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.