Wheelchair Van Driver at Stark Summit Ambulance North Canton, OH

Stark Summit Ambulance; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in North Canton is seeking a reliable individual to provide transportation services for patients to medical appointments. The role involves safely transporting patients, maintaining ambulette hygiene, and ensuring compliance with driving standards. The ideal candidate must have a valid driver's license, CPR certification, and a high school diploma or GED. This position requires strong communication skills and a commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• Valid state driver's license is required.
• CPR certification must be current.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe transport of patients in the ambulette.
• Operate ambulette following company policies and safety standards.
• Record transportation logs and patient documentation.
• Conduct ambulette inventory and report maintenance needs.
• Maintain ambulette cleanliness and perform basic safety checks.
• Provide basic life support in emergencies.

Skills

Patient transport

Safe driving practices

First aid/CPR

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Provide transportation services for patients traveling to doctor’s appointments, physical therapy, or other medical treatments.

Job Functions

• Provide safe and efficient transport of patients in the ambulette as scheduled by dispatch. This includes but is not limited to assisting patients to and from ambulette; efficient transfer of patient to receiving personnel.
• Operate/drive ambulette in accordance with company’s driving standards, policies and procedures. Ensure safety of bus occupants by observing safe driving practices; seat belt application and general patient security.
• Record transportation logs; obtain patient documentation; complete all forms are required by policy.
• Conduct regular ambulette inventory and equipment testing to ensure proper operation. Report and document all needed repaires to proper maintenance department and management.
• Comply with all FCC regulations and company policy when utilizing electronic communications equipment.
• Order supplies and equipment as needed from purchasing.
• Perform general safety and proper operations check; includes but is not limited to: fluid checks, tire checks, horn check, fuel checks.
• Maintain ambulette; includes but is not limited to: washing & waxing exterior; cleaning interior; re-fueling, adding air to tires, checking oil.
• Provide basic life support—first aid or CPR in emergency situations to patients.
• Attend all mandatory staff meetings as scheduled.

Minimum Requirements

• Current and valid state driver's license
• Current CPR certificate
• HS diploma or GED required