NEMT Driver

Wheelcare Express, Inc; California; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheelcare Express, Inc. is seeking full-time drivers to transport clients to medical appointments across Northern California. Many clients may require wheelchair or gurney transport. If you value helping others and have a clean driving record, we want to hear from you.

You will ensure safety, follow traffic rules, complete trip documentation via phone apps, and maintain vehicle readiness. Training will be provided for NEMT specifics and equipment operation.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid California driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug tests.
• Strong communication and empathetic customer service.
• Must be capable of lifting and assisting clients as needed within safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from medical appointments in safe, efficient, and timely manner.
• Observe and follow all traffic laws and company procedures.
• Inspect vehicle before shift and report defects to supervisor.
• Document trips and incidents accurately; communicate with dispatch.
• Operate wheelchair and gurney lifts; maintain vehicle cleanliness and readiness.

Skills

Good driving record

Empathetic

Excellent communication

Positive attitude

Education

Valid California Driver’s License

DOT Physical

First Aid & CPR training

Job description

Wheelcare Express Inc. is a non-emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) company that has been proudly serving many counties in Northern California for over 40 years. Wheelcare Express, Inc. currently has offices in Sacramento, San Leandro/Oakland, San Mateo, Santa Rosa/Solano and Tracy.

We are looking for full-time drivers to transport clients to and from medical appointments and other engagements. Many of our clients are disabled and may need to be transported by wheelchair or gurney.

If you don’t like being in an office all day, have an excellent driving record, are compassionate and friendly and enjoy meeting and helping people, we would like to hear from you.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Transport patients to various locations in our medical transport vehicles in a safe efficient and timely manner.
• Observe and follow all traffic rules and regulations.
• Inspect vehicles before shift by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes and steering to ensure vehicle can be operated safely. Notify supervisor of mechanical defects or needed repairs.
• Report and document all accidents, vehicle damage, client incidents and mechanical failures.
• Complete trip documentation (mainly via phone applications).
• Keep assigned vehicle clean and fueled.
• Wheelchair and Gurney lift operation
• Communicate with Dispatch.
• Follow safety and COVID protocols
• Instruct clients on safe riding rules and regulations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid California Driver’s License. Good Driving Record.
• Must be at least 23 years old
• Ability to pass alcohol & drug test
• Ability to pass background check
• Ability to pass First Aid & CPR training course
• Ability to pass Department of Transportation (DOT) Physical
• Must have a positive attitude, good communication skills and be empathetic and polite.
• Past NEMT Driver experience is a plus, but not mandatory. We will train you!