- We are looking to hire 3 Van Drivers who will operate a gurney van equipped to provide non emergency transport of mobility- impaired individuals to and from hospitals, convalescent facilities, private homes, dialysis units, doctor’s offices, rehabilitation centers, etc. in a safe and timely manner.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Picks up patients at home or other facility. Provides the assistance required to safely board patients and caregivers.
- Operates Stryker gurney as needed for safe and comfortable patient transportation.
- On arrival at medical facility, assists patients in exiting the van and reaching the proper offices or treatment areas.
- Checks the van to ensure that no personal items are left behind.
- Provides first-aid or CPR if required during patient transport. Immediately notifies emergency staff and dispatcher if skilled assistance is required.
- Completes reports at the end of a shift.
- Immediately reports traffic accidents to dispatcher, requesting police or ambulance service as needed. Assists injured persons from first-aid kit until these services arrive. Completes company accident reports.
- Checks all equipment for future readiness, maintains van in operable condition, ensures van cleanliness and orderliness
of equipment and supplies, decontaminates vehicle interior after each transport.
- Completes a thorough vehicle maintenance inspection prior to vehicle operation.
- Maintains positive behaviors, attitudes and commitments to interpersonal service in regard to customer, visitors, and coworkers.
- Performs related duties as assigned by management, supervisor, or dispatch.