Rest Care Transportation
Job Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
-Provide safe, on time, door to door non-emergency transportation for patients to medical appointments.
-Provide necessary assistance to patients according to the varying needs of each individual.
-Ensure the safety of our patients and extend special care to those who are frail and physically or mentally challenged by providing appropriate support.
-Push and steer large wheelchairs up and down ramps and lifts.
-Maintain knowledge of proper methods to load and unload, and secure patients.
-Safely operate wheelchair lifts and ramps, and properly secure wheelchairs through proper lock down techniques in vehicle.
-Safely operate and properly secure non-emergency gurneys through proper lock down techniques in vehicle.
-Secure mobility equipment inside vehicle.
-Communicate using a two-way radio system and phone.
-Pick up patients in response to radio or phone relayed request for service.
-Plan routes to destination and evaluate alternative for unexpected detours or emergencies.
-Exhibit safe and defensive driving skills at all times.
-Follow proper procedures when transporting patients, including but not limited to: Positioning of vehicles for loading and unloading, assistance at entries and exits, door to door and curb to curb service, wheelchair and gurney securement, wait times, return times, hands free driving, etc.
-Maintain awareness of patient and any changes in their condition that may need immediate attention.
-Demonstrate a positive, open, and supportive attitude toward patients, family members, and employees.
-Use collaborative and professional communication with internal and external team members.
-Ensure vehicle and keys are safely and securely stored at the end of each day.
-Promptly report vehicle repair needs.
-Maintain cleanliness of exterior and interior of the vehicles daily.
-Fuel up vehicles as needed.
Education/Experience/Training:
-Previous driving experience preferred
-Must be at least 21 years of age
-Must have a valid California driver’s license
-Ability to safely drive various types of vehicles, both large and small
-Must be computer literate.
-Strong oral and written communication skills.
-Thorough knowledge of traffic laws and defensive driving.
-Sensitivity and compassion for patients, the elderly, and physically and mentally disabled individuals.
-Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors and the general public.
-Ability to communicate effectively.
-Ability to work independently.
-Ability to perform under varying weather conditions.
-Ability to make independent judgments which have moderate impacts on the organization
-Must be able to meet the following MVR guidelines:
Current and valid driver’s license.
Proof of insurance (state minimum)
No “Major” violations within a 3 year period (DUI, speeding over 21+mph, driving without a license, etc.)
Job Type: Full time
Pay: From $18.50 per hour
For further information please contact:
Vee - 661-444-1171