Transport Driver

Health Systems; Chillicothe (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Vacation and sick time

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

GRAND RIVER HEALTHCARE in Chillicothe, Missouri is seeking a driver to join our team. The role involves the safe and efficient operation of the assigned motor vehicle with extensive contact with patients and residents of a nursing home facility.

You will assist ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals enter and leave the vehicle, ensure passengers are safely seated, and secure mobility devices. Valid driver's license and experience with disabilities/long-term care are preferred.

Qualifications

• Safe and efficient operation of assigned motor vehicle.
• Assist ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals enter and exit the vehicle.
• Ensure passengers are safely seated inside the motor vehicle.
• Secure residents' mobility devices such as walkers and wheelchairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance checks and report needs to supervisory personnel.

Responsibilities

• Operate the assigned motor vehicle safely and efficiently.
• Interact with patients/residents in a nursing home setting.
• Assist with entering/leaving the vehicle and securing mobility aids.

Skills

Passenger loading

Vehicle maintenance

Geographic literacy

Instruction following

Lift 75 lbs

Teamwork

Driver's license

Motor vehicle operation

Disability care experience

Job description

GRAND RIVER HEALTHCARE, located in Chillicothe, Missouri is currently seeking a driver to join our team.

Driver Duties and Responsibilities:

• The safe and efficient operation of assigned motor vehicle
• Extensive contact with patients/ residents of a nursing home facility
• Assisting ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals enter and leave the vehicle
• Ensuring that passengers are safely seated inside the motor vehicle
• Securing residents' mobility devices such as walkers and wheelchairs
• Performing preventive maintenance functions such as checking lights, maintaining fluid levels, checking tire pressure, etc. and notifying supervisory personnel of need for further service or repair

Driver Qualifications and Skills:

• Basic knowledge of methods and techniques used to load, secure, and unload passengers from a motor vehicle
• Skill in the operation and basic maintenance of assigned motor vehicle
• Ability to find geographic locations
• Ability to follow oral/ written instructions and keep a record of activities
• Ability to lift, maneuver, and support materials of up to 75 pounds
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents and staff
• Possession of a valid driver's license
• Six to 12 months of work experience operating, loading, and unloading a motor vehicle
• Any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience which has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities stated above
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or experience working in long term care a plus

Driver Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement