Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Technician Driver, Full-time

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Technician Driver (Full-time) at Bell Hospital. You will transport patients to medical appointments using wheelchair, stretcher, or secured vans, coordinating with dispatch and clinical teams to ensure timely, safe patient movement.

Responsibilities include securing equipment, completing documentation, maintaining HIPAA standards, and upholding safety policies while adapting to shifting schedules and

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED required.
• CPR/AED/BLS certification required or within 60 days of hire.
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license (Kansas Class C or equivalent).
• Fluent English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely in various wheelchair or stretcher vans.
• Coordinate with dispatch and clinical teams to optimize patient flow.
• Secure wheelchairs and stretchers using approved restraints.
• Complete trip documentation and incident reports as required.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Ensure vehicle and equipment are clean, serviced and compliant with safety policies.
• Adapt daily schedules to system needs and endure high-stress conditions.

Skills

Fluent English

Patient transport

Safety minded

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR/AED/BLS Certification

Valid Kansas Class C Driver's License

Job description

Position Title

Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Technician Driver, Full-time

Bell Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest:

The Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Technician Driver will provide safe, reliable transportation for patients traveling to and from medical appointments, treatments, and healthcare facilities. Transportation will be conducted by either a wheelchair van, stretcher van, or secured van pending the need of the patient. This position supports our healthcare mission by working with departments across the continuum of care to advance optimal outcomes.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrates competence in critical thinking, communication, and technical skills related to healthcare transport operations.
• Collaborates with dispatch and clinical departments to optimize work flows and patient experience.
• Monitors communication equipment to maintain contact with dispatchers.
• Maintains timely schedule and prompt response to calls of service.
• Models effective problem solving and conflict resolution practices.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical, and technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• Properly secure wheelchairs and stretchers using approved restraint systems.
• Complete administrative assignments such as trip documentation, mileage logs, signatures, and incident reports as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPPA regulations.
• Maintains vehicle and equipment.
• Approaches work in a manner that makes quality improvement a part of every activity.
• Adheres to all safety regulations and requirements.
• Maintains acceptable standards of workplace conduct.
• Supports and reinforces a culture of safety, excellence, and just culture principles among the team.
• Assures the vehicle is secured at all times.
• Adheres to the health system or company Safe Driving policy, including all requirements and guidelines related to driver conduct, vehicle operation, and safety procedures. Maintains compliance and will obey all applicable laws and regulations while operating a company vehicle or driving on company business.
• Ability to adapt daily schedules to accommodate system needs.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Graduate or GED

Preferred Education and Experience

• 1 or more years Transportation or healthcare experience

Required Licensure and Certification

• CPR/ AED/ BLS - Other BLS American Heart Association CPR within 60 Days
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license, Kansas Class C or equivalent. MVR results must be in compliance with Health System Safe Driving Program Policy.

Required Language Skills

• Fluent English -

Knowledge Requirements

• Ability to assist patients with mobility needs.
• Ability to adhere to all traffic laws and restrictions
• Patient Transfer
• Ability to work effectively under emergency conditions and stress
• Ability to operate assigned vehicle in a safe manner at all times
• This position requires strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm during stressful situations.
• Basic typing and word processing.
• Ability to work in a confined and mobile environment.
• Vehicle sanitation protocols
• Ability to transport self to various locations
• Maintains a thorough working knowledge of local geography, including mapping, street, and GPS systems.
• Ability to learn the components, operating characteristics, and settings of the equipment to be used.
• Excellent judgment and ability to prioritize and handle multiple requests calmly and effectively
• Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Working under pressure and in a team environment ability to work weekends.
• Ability to follow all hospital infection control policies and procedures
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
• Demonstrates knowledge of computers and desktop software.
• Exerting in excess of 100 lbs of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
• Will need to be able to stoop/bend, kneel, and reach.
• Required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment.

Job Requisition ID:

R-56621

Important information for you to know as you apply:

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

• Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.