Transportation Coordinator/Driver

Life Care Centers of America; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Transportation Coordinator/Driver in Columbus, Ohio. The role requires safely loading, transporting, and unloading patients, ensuring compliance with regulations and company standards.

Candidates should possess a valid driver's license, a high school diploma, and experience in health care or geriatrics is preferred. The position emphasizes customer service and professional relationships. Life Care provides a supportive team and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Prior experience in health care or geriatrics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load, transport, and unload patients safely.
• Monitor vehicle maintenance and perform pre-inspections.
• Exhibit excellent customer service towards patients.

Skills

Safe transportation of patients

Customer service

Attention to detail

Knowledge of healthcare regulations

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

Vehicle for transportation

Job description

Live the Mission Position Summary

The Transportation Coordinator/Driver loads, transports, and unloads patients for medical appointments and activity outings in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license or valid commercial driver’s license in current State, as applicable, with a satisfactory driving record per Life Care standards
• Prior experience in health care or geriatrics preferred

Specific Job Requirements

• Complete pre inspections before use of vehicle
• Monitor regular maintenance (oil changes, tire rotations, etc.)
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Safely load, transport, and unload patients
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer