NEMT Driver - Alameda

America West Medical Transportation Inc; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

America West Medical Transportation, Inc. is hiring drivers to transport wheelchair patients or stretcher patients in fully equipped vehicles. The Driver may work alone or with a teammate, following assigned routes, and will use GPS and company apps to coordinate pickups and drop-offs.

You will ensure patient safety, provide courteous service, and maintain vehicle cleanliness. Final pay rate is determined by qualifications, experience, and performance, at the employer's discretion; benefits and

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required and a clean driving record.
• Minimum 3 years of professional driving experience.
• Ability to pass health and drug screening.
• Strong English communication skills and customer service mindset.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Independently operate a company vehicle to transport wheelchair or stretcher patients.
• Ensure safe patient transport from home to service location and back.
• Use company transportation software and GPS for routing.
• Provide courteous customer service to patients and families.
• Take on-call responsibilities as needed.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report issues to leadership.

Skills

Valid driver's license

3 years professional driving

English fluency

Customer service

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Tools

GPS navigation

Mobile apps

Job description

About America West Medical Transportation, Inc.

AtAmerica West Medical Transportation, we are morethan a transportation service; we are a community partnerdedicated to improving lives and helping individuals thrive.By embracing the spirit of community service and giving, wecan create a healthier, more connected society.

We are hiring drivers to transport wheelchair patients or stretcher patients in specially equipped vehicles.

This fast-paced and rewarding role is perfect for a self-starter who is looking to build their resume by working closely with the immediate team leader.

Core Values

Commitment to Customers

We continually earn the privilege to care for our patients. It is at the forefront of everything we do. And no matter the role you have at the company, we are each other’s customers.

Respectful

We respect each other and achieve together what no individual can do alone.

Dependability

We are committed to exceptional service delivery, on time and following up on what must be done.

Integrity

We are vigilant and committed to safety and preparedness in the fulfillment of our duties.

Accountability

We take ownership for what we do and take pride in how we do it.

About the Role

The Driver will be responsible for picking up wheelchair patients or stretcher patients using a fully loaded vehicle equipped for wheelchairs or stretchers and a GPS system. This position may work independently or with another teammate based on driving assignments.

What You'll Do

• Independently run medical transportation operations in a company vehicle
• Ensure patients are transported safely from their home to place of service and returned home safely.
• Utilize company transportation software
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and their families
• Assume on-call responsibilities
• Effectively communicate with leadership
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness

Qualifications

• Valid State Driver's license required
• 3 years of professional driving experience required
• Clean driving record (No more than 1 point)
• Ability to successfully pass a drug test and health screening which includes alcohol, TB skin test and/or TB chest x-ray
• Ability to pass a physical agility test
• Ability to lift/maneuver 50 pounds
• Fluency in speaking and understanding English, strong communication skills
• Ability to drive to various locations
• Professionalism
• Ability to use apps and electronic devices

Preferred Skills

• Bilingual language ability preferred
• Previous wheelchair transport experience

Final pay rate is determined based on qualifications, experience, and performance, at the employer's discretion.

America West is an Affitative Action/EEO employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants for the Transportation Manager position will be considered without discrimination.

America West is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. In accordance with applicable federal, California, and local laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, age (40 and over), military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a non-emergency medical transportation provider, certain positions may be subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, including pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing, physical qualifications, and driving record requirements, where permitted by law. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances.