Transportation Aide/Driver - Motor Service LIFE, Full-Time, Vineland/Williamstown

Inspira Health Network; Vineland (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspira Health Network’s LIFE program in Vineland, NJ seeks a Transport Escort to move participants door-to-door and deliver medications, equipment, or meals as needed. You may accompany participants to medical visits in a small 7-passenger vehicle.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, 1 year with frail or elderly, a valid NJ driver’s license and proof of insurance, reliable transportation, CDL Class C with passenger endorsement preferred, and a safe driving record.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year working with the frail or elderly.
• Valid NJ Driver’s license and proof of insurance.
• Reliable transportation as described in Fleet Policy.
• CDL Class C license with passenger endorsement preferred.
• Maintain a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Escort participants door-to-door on LIFE transport.
• Deliver medications, medical equipment, food, or other supplies as needed.
• Accompany participants to medical specialist visits when necessary.
• Communicate with Transportation Manager or designee about patient care.

Skills

Safe driving

Patient care communication

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

NJ Driver’s license

CDL Class C

Job description

Under the direction of the Transportation Manager or designee, Responsible for “Door through Door “escorting participants being transported by LIFE on the Transport bus or van. Delivering medications, medical equipment, food, or other supplies as needed. Accompany participants on medical specialist visit when necessary, responsible for the safe operation of a vehicle transporting 7 passengers or less weighing under 10,000 lbs., as needed. Assumes responsibility for communicating and/or delegating patient care to Transportation Manager, designee, or IDT.As a multisite provider of PACE community-based services for seniors in Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem Counties, an Inspira LIFE employee may work at either or both the Vineland or Williamstown LIFE Program as census changes or operational needs occur to meet the needs of our participants.Education & Experience:High School Graduate/ GED.Minimum of 1 year working with the frail or elderly.Certification/Licensure:Valid NJ Driver’s license, proof of insurance and have a reliable means of transportation as described in Fleet Policy # TR 118.CDL Class C license with passenger endorsement preferred.Maintain a Safe driving record, as per fleet safety policy guidelines.Physical Requirements: N: Never O: Occasionally (80%)LiftingFStandingFSittingCLifting 20-50lbsFClimbingOKneelingCLifting>50lbsOCrouchingOReachingCCarryingFHearingCWalkingCPushingCTalkingCVisionCEnvironmental Conditions:NoiseFVaried TemperaturesFCleaning AgentsFNoxious odorsOPatient ExposureCOperative EquipmentOBENEFITS INFORMATION:Click Here to Review Our Great Benefits Offerings?>At Inspira Health, you’ll join with the area’s most dedicated and distinguished team to bring quality and compassionate care to our communities. We focus on clinical excellence, providing evidence-based care to help each patient achieve the best possible outcome. The scope and depth of our network can open many doors for your learning and career growth.Our charitable nonprofit health care organization serves communities across southern New Jersey. The network, which traces its roots to 1899, comprises three hospitals, a comprehensive cancer center, sleep medicine, cardiac testing, digestive health and wound care, urgent care, imaging and rehabilitation, and primary and specialty physician practices in Gloucester, Cumberland, Salem and Camden counties.Inspira is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, familial status, disability, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, nationality, sex, gender identity or expression.