PACE Transportation Driver

Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens; Grundy (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens seeks a transportation driver to move ambulatory and non-ambulatory participants using agency vehicles. You will assist passengers getting on and off, monitor safety, and respond to participants' needs.

The role requires awareness of healthcare contexts and the ability to work with the PACE IDT. Training includes First Aid/CPR and driver safety procedures; background checks and DOT requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must read, write and communicate effectively.
• Training in PCA/CNA, First Aid, CPR, wheelchair lifts is required.
• Must be able to pass DOT physical, drug and alcohol test, and background check.
• CDL license not required but preferred with passenger endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Transport ambulatory and non-ambulatory participants to destinations by agency vehicle.
• Assist participants on and off vehicles and ensure safety at all times.
• Interact professionally with health care personnel and participants with chronic illnesses.
• Provide services as authorized by the IDT when required.
• Maintain accurate records and perform duties with significant public contact.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Good driving record

Read/write/communicate effectively

Experience preferred

Training including First Aid/CPR/ CNA/

Patient/elderly care awareness

Ability to operate radio equipment

Ability to pass DOT physical/drug test

Ability to lift moderately to heavy

No CDL required but preferred with pax

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radio communication equipment

Job description

Position Requirements: Minimum - Must give a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. High school diploma or GED preferred. Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively. Previous experience preferred. Training required, including but not limited to passenger assistance, Personal Care Assistant (PCA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), First Aid, CPR, wheelchair lift operations, etc. Job requires moderate to heavy lifting. Must be able to pass DOT physical, drug and alcohol test, criminal background check and agency driving test. Transportation drivers will be required to have one (1) year experience with the elderly. CDL license not required but preferred with passenger endorsement. Use of radio communication equipment is preferred.

Summary of Duties: Will transport ambulatory and non-ambulatory participants (in wheelchairs or on stretchers) to various destinations by agency vehicle. Will provide needed participants assistance on and off vehicles. The driver will at all times be alert to participants needs and operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Must have skills to deal professionally with health care personneland participants with chronic illnesses who may bedisabled physically and/or cognitively. Transportation drivers may be required to provide necessary services as authorized by the PACE Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). Accurate recordkeeping is mandatory for this position. Significant public contact is required and position requires some independent decision-making and action.