Patient Transport Driver (Non-Emergency)

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation, based in Cambridge, MA, seeks a dedicated Chair Car Driver to provide safe, non-emergency transportation for patients between hospitals, clinics, nursing facilities, and other care locations.

This role offers a 36-hour week across three 12-hour day shifts, with four days off, and no direct patient care, enabling you to make a meaningful difference while working independently within a collaborative healthcare team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• 1–2 years of patient transportation experience preferred.
• Dependable and responsible, with a strong commitment to safety.
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong judgment, common sense, and problem-solving skills.
• Professional and courteous when interacting with patients, families, staff, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe non-emergency transportation to and from hospitals, clinics, nursing facilities, private homes, and other locations.
• Help ensure each passenger has a safe, respectful, and positive transportation experience.
• Operate vehicles with appropriate care and caution while following established safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure vehicles and equipment are clean, inspected, and ready for use at the beginning of each shift and after each trip.
• Perform daily inspections of the assigned base or station and help maintain a clean, organized environment.
• Coordinate and perform routine vehicle maintenance as needed.
• Interact professionally and respectfully with patients, families, healthcare staff, and members of the community.

Skills

Patient transport

Safety conscious

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation, based in Cambridge, MA, seeks a dedicated Chair Car Driver to provide safe, non-emergency transportation for patients between hospitals, clinics, nursing facilities, and other care locations.

This role offers a 36-hour week across three 12-hour day shifts, with four days off, and no direct patient care, enabling you to make a meaningful difference while working independently within a collaborative healthcare team.