Transportation Services Associate (CDL Driver)

Northwell Health; Village of Port Jefferson (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Transport Associate to assist in the timely delivery of various items within and outside the facility. Candidates should have a High School Diploma, a valid New York State Driver's License, and preferably some experience in transportation. This role supports patient care by safely moving supplies and medication throughout the hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver's License in New York State required.
• 0-1 years of relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in picking-up and delivering equipment, supplies, medications, specimens.
• Operates transport vehicles both on and off property.
• Performs pre-trip inspection of assigned vehicle.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL License

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Job Description

Assists in picking up and delivering various items between various internal and external hospital locations. Helps in escorting or transporting patients within facility.

Job Responsibility

1.Assists in picking-up and delivering equipment, supplies, medications, specimens to various internal and external hospital locations.
2.Handles items in accordance with operating procedures.
3.Ensures timely delivery of items to appropriate locations; communicates delays in delivery / pickup time, as required.
4.Operates transport vehicles both on and off property.

5.Performs pre-trip inspection of assigned vehicle.
5.Maintains vehicle mileage records.
6.Operates all vehicles in accordance with applicable laws; fuels vehicles as necessary.
7.Informs management of all vehicle activities and issues.
8.Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Job Qualification

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.


• Valid Driver's License in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.


• 0-1 years of relevant experience, required.


• CDL License with passenger endorsement, preferred.


• Healthcare experience, preferred.


• Previous experience with transportation of people, preferred.

*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).