Wheelchair Van Driver

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) match

Education assistance

Discount programs

Job summary

Portsmouth Ambulance provides safe, non-emergency wheelchair transport between hospitals, rehab centers, SNFs and home settings across Portsmouth, NH. You will be a vital member of the Medical Transport Team, upholding patient comfort, dignity, and safety throughout the transport process.

This full-time role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid unrestricted driver’s license, 1–3 years of related experience, and BLS within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license free from restrictions and insurable by hospital insurance company.
• 1-3 years of relevant work experience.
• Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, safe, and courteous transport of wheelchair-bound patients.
• Assist patients with embarking, securing, and disembarking the vehicle.
• Operate wheelchair lifts, restraints, and securing systems per hospital policies and manufacturer specifications.
• Communicate professionally with dispatch, nursing units, and receiving facilities regarding pick-up times and destinations.
• Maintain situational awareness of weather, traffic, and road conditions to ensure timely service.
• Complete transport documentation including mileage and pickup/drop-off times.
• Clean and restock vehicle to keep it ready for service.
• Report vehicle maintenance needs, safety concerns, or delays promptly.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Wheelchair Van Driver? At Portsmouth Ambulance, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Wheelchair Van Driver provides safe, courteous, and reliable non-emergency transportation for patients requiring wheelchair assistance between hospitals, rehabilitation centers, skilled nursing facilities, and home settings. The driver represents Portsmouth Regional Hospital with professionalism and compassion, ensuring that each patient’s comfort, dignity, and safety are maintained throughout the transport process.

This position is a vital member of the Medical Transport Team, supporting the hospital’s mission of delivering safe, skilled, and compassionate care while promoting an excellent patient experience.

What will you do in this role:

• • Provide prompt, safe, and courteous transport of wheelchair-bound or mobility-limited patients to and from healthcare or residential locations.
  • Assist patients with embarking, securing, and disembarking the vehicle, always ensuring safety and dignity.
  • Operate wheelchair lifts, restraints, and securing systems in compliance with hospital policies and manufacturer specifications.
  • Communicate professionally with dispatch, nursing units, and receiving facilities regarding pick-up times, destinations, and special needs.
  • Maintain situational awareness, including weather, traffic, and road conditions, to ensure timely service.
  • Complete transport documentation accurately, including mileage, pickup/drop-off times, and any notable incidents.
  • Clean and restock vehicle as needed, ensuring it always remains ready for service.
  • Report vehicle maintenance needs, safety concerns, or delays to the supervisor or dispatcher promptly.

What qualifications will you need:

High school diploma or GED required.Valid driver’s license free from restrictions and insurable by hospital insurance company.1-3 years of relevant work experience.Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of the beginning of employment.

Benefits

Portsmouth Ambulance, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from workprograms for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education supportthrough tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.