Wheelchair Van Driver posted about 6 hours ago Steubenville, OH

Lifecare Medical Services Inc; Steubenville (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated transport personnel to provide safe and efficient transportation services for patients. In this role, you will assist patients to and from medical appointments, ensuring their comfort and safety during transit. You'll be responsible for operating the ambulette in accordance with company standards while maintaining the vehicle and conducting safety checks. Additionally, your role includes basic life support in emergencies, making this position crucial in supporting patient care. Join a team that values safety and compassion in the medical transport field.

Qualifications

• Must have a current and valid state driver's license.
• Ability to provide basic life support in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe transport for patients to medical appointments.
• Maintain ambulette and conduct regular safety checks.
• Record transportation logs and obtain necessary documentation.

Skills

Safe driving practices

Patient assistance

Record keeping

Basic life support (first aid/CPR)

Education

Valid state driver's license

Job description

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

Job Functions:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Record transportation logs; obtain patient documentation; complete all forms as required by policy.
4. Conduct regular ambulette inventory and equipment testing to ensure proper operation. Report and document all needed repairs to proper maintenance department and management.
5. Comply with all FCC regulations and company policy when utilizing electronic communications equipment.
6. Order supplies and equipment as needed from purchasing.
7. Perform general safety and proper operations check; includes but is not limited to: fluid checks, tire checks, horn check, fuel checks.
8. Maintain ambulette; includes but is not limited to: washing & waxing exterior; cleaning interior; re-fueling, adding air to tires, checking oil.
9. Provide basic life support—first aid or CPR in emergency situations to patients.
10. Attend all mandatory staff meetings as scheduled.
11. Current and valid state driver's license.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin.