PACE Transportation Driver

ADP; Tazewell (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP seeks PACE Transportation Driver to transport participants in the Cedar Bluff area. The role emphasizes safety, participant assistance, and professional interaction with healthcare staff.

Qualifications include a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and a preference for a high school diploma or GED. Training provided, with DOT tests and background checks required; CDL with passenger endorsement preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Training provided, including PCA/CNA, First Aid, CPR and wheelchair lift operations.
• Must pass DOT physical, drug and alcohol test, and background check.
• CDL with passenger endorsement is preferred but not required.
• One year of experience with the elderly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport ambulatory and non-ambulatory participants to destinations by agency vehicle.
• Provide assistance on and off vehicles for participants.
• Maintain safety and professionalism with health care staff and participants.
• Accurate recordkeeping is mandatory.
• Some independent decision-making may be required.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Clean driving record

Reading & communication

DOT physical pass

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radio communication equipment

Job description

WE ARE GROWING!

AASC is seeking dependable and participant-focused PACE Transportation Drivers to join our exceptional team as we provide safe, reliable transportation services to PACE participants in the Cedar Bluff area.

PACE TRANSPORTATION DRIVER

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.