Safe Psychiatric Transport Driver | Patient Care

Oceans Healthcare; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceans Healthcare in Texas is hiring a Driver to provide transportation for patients with emotional or psychiatric disorders and to support the therapeutic milieu. Duties include safe driving, pre-use vehicle checks, and complying with Joint Commission and state regulations.

The role involves traveling up to 50% of the time, adhering to safety policies, communicating with staff and families, and supporting patient care under supervision. CPR certification and de-escalation training are required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, to write and to follow verbal and written instruction.
• Must work well with diverse populations.
• Must utilize Age, Disability and Cultural Specific knowledge in working with specialized populations to best communicate with those clients.
• Must be in good physical and mental health with a warm empathetic attitude and integrity.
• Must be able to work under close supervision.
• Must successfully complete CPR certification and Oceans approved behavioral health de-escalation program.

Responsibilities

• Effectively applies supportive behavior when assisting in the control of patients who exhibit unacceptable behavior.
• Oversees patient activities and does not leave patients unattended to ensure safety; Implements patient care activities under supervision.
• Adheres to safety regulations of facility and external regulatory bodies.
• Performs safety observation and fall protocol; assists at risk patients with mobility needs as needed.
• Communicates and documents patient observation and data effectively.
• Communicates with Transportation Coordinator to schedule pickups and drop-offs in a timely manner.
• Maintains on-call phone to coordinate with nursing/admission staff while transporting patients.
• Communicates follow-up on patient care responsibilities; reports incomplete assignments and current needs.
• Participates in performance improvement and data collection for Quality Improvement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading and writing

Communication

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Following instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Oceans Healthcare in Texas is hiring a Driver to provide transportation for patients with emotional or psychiatric disorders and to support the therapeutic milieu. Duties include safe driving, pre-use vehicle checks, and complying with Joint Commission and state regulations.

The role involves traveling up to 50% of the time, adhering to safety policies, communicating with staff and families, and supporting patient care under supervision. CPR certification and de-escalation training are required.