PATIENT TRANSPORTATION/DRIVER (As Needed)

UHS; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility is seeking a Patient Transportation Driver to provide safe transport for patients to outpatient treatment and medical appointments. Requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and at least 1 year of driving experience. This role offers a challenging work environment with career development opportunities.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Competitive compensation

Challenging work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of driving experience in a relevant setting.
• Valid Mississippi or Tennessee driver’s license with F Endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from outpatient treatment safely.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections of vehicles.
• Communicate effectively with the dispatcher.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to operate GPS devices

Safe driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vehicles

Job description

Overview

Parkwood Behavioral Health System (a UHS facility) provides behavioral health and chemical dependency services to the Mid-South region. We are located in Desoto County, in the northwest corner of Mississippi, approximately 7 miles south of Memphis. Parkwood offers a full continuum of care for adults, adolescents and children, including a 148-bed inpatient acute and residential care facility, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. For more information, please visit the website: https://parkwoodbhs.com

Responsibilities

Patient Transportation/Driver - PRN (AS NEEDED)

The Patient Transportation Driver provides transportation of patients to and from outpatient treatment daily in a safe and professional manner. This position also transports patients to medical and necessary appointments as needed. Responsibilities include effective communication with the dispatcher and managing pre- and post-trip inspections of vehicles. Must understand and be able to operate GPS devices and cell phones. Perform all duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Competitive compensation

Qualifications

Job Requirements

Education: Prefer high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Minimum 1 year of driving experience. Prefer driving experience in a school, hospital, or hospitality setting.

Licensure/Certification: Valid Mississippi or Tennessee driver’s license with F Endorsement or Commercial Driver License

Knowledge: Prefer knowledge of Mississippi/Tennessee Traffic Safety Laws

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. UHS is a Fortune 500 company with approximately 94,000 employees and operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, among other services, across the U.S., Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Website: https://www.uhs.com

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