Mobile Ambulette Driver – Patient Transport Specialist

Mercy Home Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off and disability benefits

Job summary

Mercy Health in Cincinnati seeks an Ambulette Driver – Kenwood to provide safe non-emergency transport for ambulatory and wheelchair passengers. You will follow driving laws, maintain the vehicle, assist patients, and communicate with dispatch.

Requires a high school diploma, valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record. Mercy Health offers competitive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license in state of practice (required).
• One year of acceptable driving record as outlined by hiring organization.
• DOT physical certificate and CPR with First Aid course required before hire in SC based on state requirements for licensed wheelchair transport services.

Responsibilities

• Complies with established ambulance service and hospital policies, procedures, and practices to assure that standards of quality, efficiency and safety are met.
• Deals fairly, reasonably, considerately, and honestly with all people associated with the ambulance service and hospital in any way.
• Operates ambulette safely and observes all road and vehicle laws.
• Transports ambulatory and wheelchair bound passengers to and from scheduled and/or requested destinations. Assist patients as needed into/out of facility or residence.
• Directs and guides passenger activities from arrival and drop off at desired destinations.
• Performs CPR and/or basic first-aid as needed and summons for assistance as outlined by emergency procedures.
• Communicates with central dispatch via radio for any changes or instructions to schedule, passenger status, and emergencies.
• Ascertains appropriate passenger information for purposes of billing, scheduling, and report generation as outlined by operating facility
• Creates and maintains good working relationships with fellow employees and other hospital employees.
• Keeps patient information and other sensitive information confidential at all times.
• Participates in staff meetings and stays abreast of changes in policies and procedures.

Skills

Safe driving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Mercy Health in Cincinnati seeks an Ambulette Driver – Kenwood to provide safe non-emergency transport for ambulatory and wheelchair passengers. You will follow driving laws, maintain the vehicle, assist patients, and communicate with dispatch.

Requires a high school diploma, valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record. Mercy Health offers competitive benefits and professional development opportunities.