Transportation Services Associate (CDL Driver)

Davita Inc.; Village of Port Jefferson (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Transport Assistant to ensure the timely delivery of equipment and supplies within hospital locations. The role also involves escorting patients and operating transport vehicles, offering an entry-level opportunity for candidates with a valid driver's license and attention to detail. Ideal applicants will have a high school diploma and some relevant experience, with additional certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License in New York State required.
• 0-1 years of relevant experience.
• CDL License with passenger endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Picks up and delivers equipment, supplies, medications, and specimens.
• Ensures timely delivery and communicates any delays.
• Operates transport vehicles on and off property.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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).