Patient Transport Driver — Safe, Compassionate Care

70000 The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society; Villisca (IA); On-site; USD 9,800 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a Driver to provide safe, reliable patient transportation with confidential handling of information. This role emphasizes courteous service and adherence to DOT requirements.

You will transport patients/residents, operate and maintain equipment, and document activities. A valid driver’s license and BLS certification (or eligible) are required, with a strong focus on safety and scheduling accuracy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age or older and have excellent customer service skills.
• Driver history must comply with Sanford driver qualification standards for insurability.
• The employee must have a current valid driver’s license, and must meet all medical guidelines for Sanford Health Category II drivers.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. If not certified at time of hire, must be certified within six months. Training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• The Driver is patient/resident sensitivity and confidentiality are a must, and are practiced at all times.
• The Driver combines communication skills and patient/resident handling.
• On a continuum the driver must develop an understanding of the patient's/resident's physical and emotional status.
• The Driver works with all ages of patients/residents.
• Transports safely and as scheduled.
• The Driver assures that all support equipment are well maintained and in good operating condition.
• Sets up equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and internal policy.
• The Driver maintains appropriate records per Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements and internal required reports.
• Aware and communicates scheduling conflicts as needed or predicted.

Skills

Customer service

21+ years old

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Sanford Health is seeking a Driver to provide safe, reliable patient transportation with confidential handling of information. This role emphasizes courteous service and adherence to DOT requirements.

You will transport patients/residents, operate and maintain equipment, and document activities. A valid driver’s license and BLS certification (or eligible) are required, with a strong focus on safety and scheduling accuracy.