Pediatric Driver

Tender Care Medical Services, INC; Lake Park (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Tender Care Centers is seeking safe, reliable Drivers to transport medically fragile children to and from PPEC centers. This role ensures safe transportation, vehicle cleanliness, and a positive experience for patients and families.

Hours run 6:00 am–9:00 am and 3:00 pm–7:30 pm, Monday–Saturday. Responsibilities include following routes, securing passengers, loading/unloading patients, conducting vehicle checks, and maintaining HIPAA-compliant records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to pass drug screening.
• Licensed in FL for a minimum of 2 years.
• DOT Medical Certificate required.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Passenger Endorsement (HACK License).

Responsibilities

• Safely transport pediatric patients to and from PPEC centers using company vehicles.
• Follow assigned routes and schedules with flexibility for daily adjustments.
• Ensure all passengers are secured with proper restraints and equipment.
• Assist with loading and unloading patients as needed.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report safety concerns.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and sanitation standards.

Skills

Safe driving

Attention to safety

Communication

Customer service

Punctuality

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

DOT Medical Certificate

CPR/First Aid Certification

Passenger Endorsement (HACK License)

Job description

Tender Care Centersis seeking safe, reliable, and professional Drivers to transport medically fragile children to and from our Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care (PPEC) centers. This role is responsible for ensuring safe transportation, maintaining vehicle cleanliness, and providing a positive and supportive experience for patients and families. Should and hours range from6:00 am - 9;00 am and3:00 pm -7:30 pm Monday-Saturday.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely transport pediatric patients to and from PPEC centers using company vehicles
• Follow assigned routes and schedules while maintaining flexibility for daily adjustments
• Ensure all passengers are secured using appropriate safety restraints and equipment
• Assist with loading and unloading patients as needed
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and sanitation standards
• Communicate delays, incidents, or route changes to dispatch or leadership immediately
• Follow all traffic laws, company driving policies, and safety procedures
• Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Complete transportation logs and required documentation accurately and timely

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
• Ability to bend, push, pull, and assist with patient mobility as needed
• Ability to enter and exit vehicle frequently throughout shift

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Clean driving record
• Ability to pass drug screening
• Licensed in the state of FL for a minimum of 2 years
• DOT Medical Certificate
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Passenger Endorsement (HACK License)

• Previous experience driving professionally (medical transport, school bus, childcare transport, etc.)
• Experience working with children or special needs populations

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong attention to safety and detail
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations
• Team-oriented mindset

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.