Patient Transport Specialist - On-Call Driver

Acadia Healthcare; North Port (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a patient transport driver in North Port, FL. The role involves safely transporting patients to appointments and other events, ensuring seatbelt use, and maintaining transport documentation and vehicle cleanliness.

You will provide courteous service to patients and staff during all pickups and drop-offs. Qualifying candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid state driver’s license, CPR/de-escalation certification, and possibly first aid.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid State Driver’s License required.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Responsibilities

• Pick up or transports visitors or staff as needed.
• Transport patients for admissions and discharges.
• Ensure all passengers wear seatbelts before starting the vehicle.
• Drive company vehicle to pick up supplies or equipment as needed.
• Respond to on-call schedule as required.
• Complete transportation documentation accurately and promptly.
• Maintain vehicle logs and report maintenance issues.
• Keep vehicles clean and functional.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude toward customers at all times.

Skills

Patient transport

Safety awareness

Communication

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a patient transport driver in North Port, FL. The role involves safely transporting patients to appointments and other events, ensuring seatbelt use, and maintaining transport documentation and vehicle cleanliness.

You will provide courteous service to patients and staff during all pickups and drop-offs. Qualifying candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid state driver’s license, CPR/de-escalation certification, and possibly first aid.