Mobility Transportation Driver

Life EMS Ambulance, Inc.; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off - two weeks of vacation

100% scholarships for EMT and Paramedic schooling

Job summary

Life EMS Ambulance, Inc. is hiring drivers to transport wheelchair patients safely. Full-time includes a 42-hour work week, with overtime and a starting pay of $18/hr, rising to $18.80/hr after 90 days. Enjoy excellent benefits such as medical insurance, paid time off, and educational scholarships.

If you have a high school diploma, a valid Michigan Chauffeur license, and a passion for helping others, consider joining our team committed to excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must maintain a valid State of Michigan Chauffeur license.
• Must possess or obtain a current BLS CPR card.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and efficient transport of patients.
• Complete invoices and paperwork accurately.
• Maintain a clean and organized vehicle.

Skills

Knowledge of city streets and traffic regulations

Effective communication

Good driving record

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Full-time and part-time positions available. ***$3,000.00 sign on bonus for full-time***

Pay starts at $18/hr and increases after 90 days to $18.80/hr. Full-time is a 42 hour work week and includes overtime at time and a half.

SUMMARY: Responsible for safely transporting wheelchair patients to and from their destinations.

Do you enjoy helping others? Do you love driving? Your career in health care starts here! Life EMS Ambulance is dedicated to being the very best in all that we do, and that begins with our team. We are committed to creating a rewarding work environment for all of our associates, which is reflected in our national and regional recognition as one of the "Top 100 Best & Brightest Workplaces." We strive to provide the best patient care and service excellence, while providing PPE for all associates to keep everyone safe. If you desire the same commitment to excellence, we invite you to consider joining our team today!

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off - two weeks of vacation time within your first year
• 100% scholarships for EMT and Paramedic schooling
• Free continuing education classes
• Life Insurance that is free coverage up to $40,000 for an associate. Additional coverage is available.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and child care
• Long term and short term disability insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Length of Service Bonus
• Free vaccinations
• Uniforms are provided and an annual boot allowance
• Associate Assistance Program with free counseling sessions for associates and their family members
• Wellness Activities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure daily customer happiness
• Provides safe, efficient, and comfortable transport of patients
• Effective communicator
• Follows all applicable federal, state, and local laws, statutes, and regulations
• Drives in a safe manner, following Life EMS safe driving standards and techniques
• Maintains a clean, well-organized vehicle
• Completes invoices and other paperwork completely and accurately
• Is proficient in using maps and has a thorough working knowledge of the area
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications / Skills & Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of city streets and traffic regulations.
• Responsible for maintaining a positive working relationship with fellow associates, hospital and nursing home personnel, as well as the general public.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must maintain a valid State of Michigan Chauffeur license and a good driving record
• Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be interviewed by a Life EMS designee
• Must pass all Life EMS pre-employment requirements as outlined on the Conditional Offer of Employment
• Must meet all local licensing requirements
• Must possess or obtain a current BLS CPR card

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The associates must also do the following:

• Drive using wrist motions to manipulate steering wheel frequently and rotating neck
• Lift and carry wheelchairs weighing 45 pounds
• Push, pull wheelchairs and lift during stair ascend/descend with 130 pound patientPull van’s wheelchair elevation platform
• Lift and transfer 130 pound patient from chair to wheelchair, buckle and unbuckle wheelchair to floor platform
• Ability to wear an N95 mask or similar if needed. Facial hair, except for a mustache to the corners of the mouth, is prohibited.
• Please note that Life EMS tries to accommodate all schedules, but as an EMS agency, you may be required to work shifts outside of your requested availability so we can assist our patients and communities. This may include days, nights, weekends, or holidays.