Medicar Driver - Stephenson County

City Transit Solutions; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 12,501 - 17,805; Part time

Job summary

City Transit Solutions, based in Freeport, Illinois, is seeking a dedicated driver to transport patients to medical facilities. The role requires good physical stamina, CPR certification, and consistency in maintaining the vehicle. Ideal candidates should be able to lift and carry equipment.

The starting salary is $11 per hour with commitments to ensuring patient safety and compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Good physical stamina and endurance are essential.
• Must be able to lift and carry different types of equipment.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from medical facilities in a timely manner.
• Utilize GPS to locate destinations.
• Complete Trip Sheets and maintain the vehicle.

Skills

Good physical stamina

Endurance

Ability to lift and carry equipment

Education

CPR and First Aid Certifications

Illinois EMT or Medicar Safety Operator certification

Applicable license for the area of operation

Job description

City Transit Solutions is a transit company serving the Northern Illinois area. We provide local and regional shuttle services utilizing a range of vehicles. Our services include employment shuttles, shuttle charters, special events and medical transportation services.

Job Description

• Transport/Drive patients to and from medical facilities and/or home in a timely
• Utilize GPS/Tablet equipment to locate hospitals, medical facilities, and patient home
• Complete Trip Sheet on a daily basis fully recording each
• Ensure wheelchair van, bus or car is maintained and is in good working order; keep unit clean
• Responsible for completing mechanical checklist for vehicle at the start of each shift
• Report mechanical problems to Fleet Manager
• Adhere to all company policies
• Adherence to and compliance with HIPAA

Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read maps, drive vehicles and accurately discern street signs and address numbers.
• Operate wheelchair, hydraulic lift, wheelchair lift, and radio.
• Manage disposable supplies, take care of durable equipment, and use time clock.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements- (Field Employees Only)

• Aptitudes required for work of this nature are good physical stamina, endurance, and body condition that would not be adversely affected by frequently having to walk, stand, lift, carry, and balance at times.
• Must be able to lift, drag, hoist, and carry different types of equipment and other objects.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Licensing/Certification:

• Must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid Certifications
• Certification as an Illinois EMT or Medicar Safety Operator.
• Must obtain and maintain applicable license for the area of operation

Experience:

• Prefer experience from health care environment, mortuary or medical examiner’s office.

Additional Information

Salary: Starting at $11/hr.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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