Transportation Specialist - Part time

Banyan Treatment Centers; Florida; On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Banyan Treatment Centers seeks a dependable Patient Transporter to provide safe, timely, and compassionate transportation for patients across their treatment journey in Lake Worth, FL. You will collaborate with clinical and operations teams to ensure patients reach appointments, programming, and discharge destinations safely and respectfully.

This role involves operating company vehicles, maintaining safety and confidentiality, and following infection control protocols.

Qualifications

• Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record.
• Minimum age of 21.
• Ability to operate company vehicles safely and responsibly.
• Strong communication skills and professionalism in patient-facing situations.
• Healthcare, behavioral health, or substance use treatment setting experience preferred.
• Prior experience in transportation or patient-facing roles with safety responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport patients to and from medical appointments, treatment programming, recreational activities, and discharge destinations as assigned.
• Ensure on-time transport following schedules and facility needs.
• Maintain patient safety, dignity, confidentiality, and professional boundaries during transports.
• Operate vehicles in compliance with traffic laws and organizational policies.
• Keep vehicles clean, stocked, and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Coordinate with clinical, nursing, and operations staff to schedule transportation.

Skills

Valid drivers license

Age 21+

Vehicle operation

Communication

Healthcare experience preferred

Safety responsibilities

Job description

Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking a dependable Patient Transporter to provide safe, timely, and compassionate transportation services for patients throughout their treatment journey. This role is essential to ensuring patients arrive at appointments, programming, and discharge destinations safely, respectfully, and in accordance with organizational standards.

The Patient Transport Specialist supports a structured, patient-centered environment by maintaining safety, confidentiality, and professionalism during all transportation-related activities while collaborating closely with clinical and operations teams.

Position Details

• Reporting To: Transportation Supervisor / Operations Leadership
• Schedule: Tu/W/F 8am-430pm
• Location: Lake Worth, Fl (On-site)
• Compensation: 18-19/hr.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Transportation & Safety

• Safely transport patients to and from medical appointments, treatment programming, recreational activities, and discharge destinations as assigned.
• Ensure patients are transported on time and in accordance with scheduled programming and facility needs.
• Maintain patient safety, dignity, confidentiality, and professional boundaries during all transports.
• Provide reassurance and appropriate support to patients while adhering to behavioral health safety protocols.

Vehicle & Operational Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles in compliance with traffic laws, insurance requirements, and organizational policies.
• Maintain cleanliness, readiness, and proper stocking of assigned vehicles.
• Report vehicle maintenance needs, incidents, accidents, or safety concerns promptly.
• Follow all safety, emergency response, and infection control protocols during transportation activities.

Communication & Team Collaboration

• Communicate effectively with clinical, nursing, and operations staff to coordinate transportation schedules and patient needs.
• Report patient concerns, incidents, or behavioral observations to appropriate staff in a timely manner.
• Support facility operations as needed to promote continuity of care and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with company insurance requirements.
• Minimum age of 21 to meet motor vehicle insurance eligibility requirements.
• Ability to operate company vehicles safely and responsibly.
• Strong communication skills and ability to maintain professionalism in patient-facing situations.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary treatment environment.
• Experience in a healthcare, behavioral health, or substance use treatment setting is preferred.
• Prior experience in a transportation, driving, or patient-facing role with safety responsibilities.

Why Join Banyan Treatment Centers?

• Banyan Treatment Centers is a nationally recognized leader in addiction and mental health care, accredited by The Joint Commission. As a Patient Transporter, you will:
• Join a mission-driven organization committed to compassionate, ethical, and compliant patient care.
• Play a vital role in supporting patient safety, access to care, and continuity throughout treatment.
• Collaborate with clinical, nursing, and operations teams in a structured healthcare environment.
• Enjoy comprehensive benefits for eligible full-time team members, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; a 401(k) with employer match; paid time off and holidays; and employee assistance and wellness programs.

EOE