Patient Transport & Care Support Specialist

Recovery Centers of America; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Recovery Centers of America in Illinois seeks a Transportation Support Specialist to transport patients and staff to treatment sites and medical appointments. You will perform daily vehicle inspections, manage patient belongings, and document rounds for safety. CPR certification and valid driver’s license are required; prior driving experience is a plus.

Local travel involved. Work environment includes hospital and clinic settings with moderate activity; equipment transport may be needed and a

Qualifications

• Valid state driver’s license.
• Acceptable MVR.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior driver/transportation experience preferred.
• 6 months health and human service experience preferred.
• Must maintain CPR certification.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload.
• Proficiency with technology hardware, systems and tools; training will be provided as needed.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients and/or staff.
• Performs and documents daily vehicle inspections to ensure safety.
• Manages patient belongings processing for admissions and visitation items, including search, inspection, sanitization, and delivery.
• Monitors patient activities, provides security checks, and documents rounds and incidents.
• Communicates with program leadership on safety, vehicle and transportation issues.
• Coordinates with inter-disciplinary departments regarding admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Performs other assigned duties when transportation needs are low.
• May transport medical equipment including medications.

Skills

Valid driver's license

MVR

High school diploma

Driver/transportation experience

Health field experience (6 months)

CPR certification

Fast-paced environment

Organizational skills

Technology proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Recovery Centers of America in Illinois seeks a Transportation Support Specialist to transport patients and staff to treatment sites and medical appointments. You will perform daily vehicle inspections, manage patient belongings, and document rounds for safety. CPR certification and valid driver’s license are required; prior driving experience is a plus.

Local travel involved. Work environment includes hospital and clinic settings with moderate activity; equipment transport may be needed and a