Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Driver

POSITION OBJECTIVE/SUMMARY: The Transportation Driver is responsible for transporting patients to and from appointments by driving and maintaining a non-emergency medical transportation vehicle in the Los Angeles County and surrounding areas.
Position: Full-time (Monday to Friday, potentially Saturdays) Pay: Commensurate to Experience ($18- $25 per hour) Benefits: After the 90-day introductory period, benefits include: *Paid time off (Vacation & Sick Time)* * Health, Dental, and vision coverage (Company pays 90% of the premium) After one year of employment *Retirement Benefits* MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * At least 2 years medical transportation driver experience in a healthcare environment or related field.
* Must have a clean Driver License (State of California Department of Motor Vehicle); DMV driver’s record will be required at the interview * Good written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
* Organized, detailed oriented, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently.
* The ability to work additional hours and special projects as needed to ensure clients are transported to the assigned destination according to established guidelines.
* Exceptional customer service skills * Bilingual: Spanish and English DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: * Responsible for transporting client/staff via company vehicle to assigned designation (i.
e.
, resident, other healthcare facilities, court, etc.
) as assigned.
* Maintain accurate vehicle trip-tickets which are turned into the Transportation Supervisor or Director, daily for filing and reference as required.
* Comply with State of California reporting requirements in the event of any vehicle accident; make immediate telephone contact Supervisor for further instructions and prepare an Incident Report for submission to the Supervisor * Contact the clinic in advance (daily) of morning assignment to confirm any cancellations.
* Communicate clinic from each assignment for possible re-routing/scheduling instructions.
* May be required to assist in other transportation services (special request) which may include other facilities/Agencies, post office, county offices, vendor pick-up/deliveries, employee transportation etc.
* Report vehicle service needs requiring professional assistance to the Supervisor, in a timely manner and follow-up as necessary to ensure vehicle safety and reliability.
* Must comply with all federal, state, Agency, and other regulatory body required relating passenger safety policies/procedures.
* Vehicle maintenance duties include: inspect vehicle for safety/repair deficiencies and report status to supervisor daily, ensure vehicle is cleaned and fueled by the end of daily work shift, ensure vehicle is parked in assigned area, doors/windows are locked accordingly.
* Practice confidentiality in all client, employee, and management related matters.
* Assist in preserving CCCHC’s mission, goals, and objectives; and help management in establishing its internal service delivery goals and objectives that are consistent with the organization’s public service mission statement.
* Assist in other duties and special projects as assigned.
Competencies: * Traffic Laws and Regulations- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of laws and regulations of the streets and highways that pertain to driving.
* Environmental Conditions– Understand the natural forces that affect driving.
* Consumer Awareness – Demonstrate knowledge and decision-making skills needed to be an effective consumer.
* Compliance – Ensures compliance and examines patient information to ensure that they comply with company and industry regulations, and service policies and procedures.
* Equipment Management – Assesses equipment performance, identifies improvement opportunities, implements performance improvement; schedules routine or preventative maintenance with vendors.
* Flexibility – Exhibits openness to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; effectively deals with ambiguity.
* Professionalism –Demonstrates respectful and effective relationships with colleagues, clients and their families.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.
00 - $25.
00 per hour Benefits: * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Paid time off * Paid training Schedule: * Monday to Friday * Weekends as needed Work Location: In person