VAN DRIVER (80183)

Regency Integrated Health Services; Boerne (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Boerne, TX is seeking a dedicated Van Driver to ensure safe transportation for residents. The ideal candidate operates vehicles along scheduled routes, performs maintenance tasks, and assists passengers in a caring manner. A valid Texas driver's license and the age of at least 25 are required. This full-time position emphasizes safety, effective communication, and participation in enhancing resident lives. Join a supportive team in improving patient care.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Must be 25 years of age or older and pass a motor vehicle screen.

Responsibilities

• Drive a van or bus over a scheduled route.
• Operate and maintain transportation vehicles safely.
• Assist residents and passengers in and out of the vehicle.

Skills

Knowledge of basic automotive maintenance

Safe vehicle operation

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) preferred

Tools

Transportation vehicle

Job description

Overview

Town and Country Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Boerne, TX 78006

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Travel Percentage: None

Description

Primary Responsibilities

The Van Driver performs work in the operation of a vehicle to assure safe transportation to and from various destinations. An employee in this class drives a van or bus over a scheduled route.

Essential Functions

• Must have a working knowledge of the rules and regulations involved in the safe and efficient operation of automotive equipment.
• Must have the knowledge of basic automotive maintenance procedures.
• Operate and maintain transportation vehicles with a focus on safety.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks on the vehicles when necessary.
• Fuel the vehicles when needed.
• Make sure periodic scheduled vehicle maintenance is completed and reported.
• Document vehicle usage and mileage.
• Prepare trip, accident and incident reports as necessary.
• Assist residents and passengers in and out of the vehicle.
• Provide safety briefing to residents and passengers.
• Provide other services as requested by management.
• Receive direction and route assignments from the dispatcher or Supervisor.
• Assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations if necessary.
• Actively assist and participate in the enhancement of the lives of our residents through our dedicated approach to patient care and our census-building program.
• Actively assist and participate in the development and retention of staff through recruitment, training and nurturing the employees of the nursing facility.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the Administrator in accordance to the qualifications and training.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Rarely
Occasionally
Frequently
Lifting – 1-25 lbs
Lifting – 25-50 lbs
Lifting – 50+ lbs
Carrying – 1-25 lbs
Carrying – 25-50 lbs
Carrying – 50+ lbs
Pushing/Pulling – 1-25 lbs
Pushing/Pulling – 25-50 lbs
Pushing/Pulling – 50+ lbs
Sliding/Transferring – 1-25 lbs
Sliding/Transferring – 25-50 lbs
Sliding/Transferring – 50+ lbs
Standing
Sitting
Walking
Speaking
Driving
Balancing/Climbing
Stooping/Kneeling
Crouching/Crawling
Reaching
Hearing/Listening
Seeing
Turning/Twisting/Leaning

Qualifications

Educational/Training Requirements
Preferred to be a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA).
Licensing Requirements
Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. Must be 25 years of age or older and pass a motor vehicle screen.