Transport Driver

GRAND RIVER HEALTHCARE; Chillicothe (MO); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Long-Term & Short-Term Disability

Vacation & Sick Time

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

GRAND RIVER HEALTHCARE in Chillicothe, Missouri, is seeking a compassionate driver to join our team. The role focuses on safe transportation of patients and residents, assisting them entering and exiting the vehicle, and ensuring comfort and safety during transport.

Candidates should have a valid driver's license, 6–12 months driving experience, and the ability to lift up to 75 pounds. Experience in long-term care is a plus; we offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• 6–12 months of work experience operating a motor vehicle.
• Ability to lift, maneuver and support up to 75 pounds.
• Experience with individuals with disabilities or long-term care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate the assigned motor vehicle.
• Interact with patients/residents of a nursing home facility to assist with transport.
• Assist ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals enter and leave the vehicle.
• Ensure passengers are seated safely inside the vehicle and secure mobility devices.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Passenger safety

Mobility assistance

Route navigation

Record keeping

Lifting capacity

Valid driver’s license

Disability/long-term care experience (

Job description

GRAND RIVER HEALTHCARE -

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