Transport Driver

Grand River Healthcare; Chillicothe (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term and Short-Term Disability

Vacation and Paid Sick Time

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Grand River Healthcare in Chillicothe, Missouri seeks a dedicated driver to join our team. Responsibilities include the safe operation of assigned motor vehicles and assisting patients and residents in entering and exiting vehicles.

Ideal candidates will have a valid driver’s license, the ability to lift up to 75 pounds, and experience in transporting individuals with mobility needs within a long-term care setting. This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and compassionate service to residents.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Six to 12 months of work experience operating, loading, and unloading a 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 up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Drive safely and efficiently a motor vehicle for patients and residents.
• Assist ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals entering and leaving the vehicle.
• Secure passengers and mobility devices during transport.
• Perform preventive maintenance checks and report needs for service or repair.
• Maintain professional interactions with residents and staff during transport.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Vehicle operation

Geographic location knowledge

Record-keeping

Lifting up to 75 pounds

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