Patient Transport Driver (Medical Vehicle Operator)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

West Palm Beach VA Medical Center is seeking a Motor Vehicle Operator to transport patients between VA facilities, private healthcare sites and patient homes. The role requires operating various passenger vehicles, wheelchair/stretcher transports, and potentially emergency vehicles to support patient care and discharge planning.

Responsibilities include route planning, ensuring safety and on-time arrivals, assisting with patient transfers, and coordinating with clinical staff while maintaining

Qualifications

• Patient or veteran transportation experience preferred.
• Wheelchair and stretcher transportation experience preferred.
• Route planning and navigation knowledge.
• Proficiency with MDC and two-way radio.
• Vehicle inspections and routine maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of traffic and safety regulations.
• Experience in healthcare/customer service environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate patient transport vehicles including vans/buses and emergency vehicles.
• Drive routes and ensure on-time arrival at destinations.
• Assist patients with loading/unloading and secure wheelchairs.
• Communicate with clinical staff, patients and families.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness and proper vehicle documentation.

Skills

Patient/veteran transport

Wheelchair transport

Route planning/navigation

MDC usage

Two-way radio use

Vehicle inspections

Safety regulations

Healthcare/customer-service

Tools

MDC

Job description

West Palm Beach VA Medical Center is seeking a Motor Vehicle Operator to transport patients between VA facilities, private healthcare sites and patient homes. The role requires operating various passenger vehicles, wheelchair/stretcher transports, and potentially emergency vehicles to support patient care and discharge planning.

Responsibilities include route planning, ensuring safety and on-time arrivals, assisting with patient transfers, and coordinating with clinical staff while maintaining