Patient-Centered Wheelchair Transport Driver

Yale New Haven Health; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a Wheelchair Van Driver to provide safe, non-ambulatory patient transport within our network. You will operate company vehicles, assist patients, and follow all safety protocols and traffic laws.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, at least two years of related experience, CPR and First Aid certification, and a valid motor vehicle operator license. The role requires attentive communication and the ability to lift up to 150 pounds when assisting patients.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of related experience.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Responds to the appropriate location, observing traffic laws and policy.
• Determines patient transportation needs and transfers safely.
• Operates company vehicles safely at all times.
• Documents information for billing and assignments accurately.
• Pre-trip vehicle checks and maintenance of cleanliness.
• Participates in QA activities and orientation of new employees.

Skills

Safe driving

Patient handling

Communication

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a Wheelchair Van Driver to provide safe, non-ambulatory patient transport within our network. You will operate company vehicles, assist patients, and follow all safety protocols and traffic laws.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, at least two years of related experience, CPR and First Aid certification, and a valid motor vehicle operator license. The role requires attentive communication and the ability to lift up to 150 pounds when assisting patients.