Transportation Driver

Looking to make the difference daily in the life of others?

 

DeRidder Retirement and Rehabilitation Center is looking for a caring, compassionate and motivated candidate to join our team. Our professionals assist with non-emergency medical transportation of elderly individuals to routine doctors appointments or hospital discharges. Good communication skills are essential. Safety of passenger transport is of the utmost importance, and quality of care will not be compromised.

 

At time of interview, candidates must bring in a resume or application, Motor Vehicle Report, documents relating to job posting, examples: a CPR, First Aid, or Defensive Driving Certificates.

 

* Existing relationships with hospitals and nursing homes a plus.

* Nursing home experience a plus.

* Knowledge of hospitals and nursing homes a plus.

* Retired individuals encouraged to apply.

* Driving experience desired.

* Ability to lift 100 pounds.

* Must be at least 24 years old and have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

* Must enjoy working with people, and professionally maintain ongoing relationships.

* Be willing to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

JOB SUMMARY

 

Drivers are assigned to facilities after a Motor Vehicle Check to ensure the individual has a clear driving history report and completion of the Transportation Checklist.  Drivers are assigned by the Transportation Supervisor or Designee of the facility to transport residents to and from appointments and other miscellaneous trips as instructed.

 

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

 

1.               QUALIFICATIONS:

a.     Must be experienced driver with an understanding of vehicle engines.

b.     Violation free driving record and be approved by the company insurance carrier

c.      Must have knowledge of the local area and be able to follow directions and/or read a road map

d.     Some basic knowledge of the mechanical operation of a vehicle

 

2.               PHYSICAL/SPECIAL DEMANDS

a.     Employee must be alert, able to drive under all highway conditions, at all hours, and with residents under driver’s care and supervision

b.     Employee must be able to assist residents in getting in/out of the van and destination without hurting themselves or the resident

c.      Employee must have capacity to respect human beings and treat residents with dignity

d.     Employee’s should remember that their appearance is a reflection on the facility and should be appropriately attired

 

3.               RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

a.     Verify all components of vans seat belts and tie downs are in good working order PRIOR to transporting resident.

b.     Vehicle is in a safe mechanically sound condition

c.      Operate vehicle at a safe speed and with headlights on

d.     Cleanliness of vehicle which may include washing and/or vacuuming the van

e.      Obtain or perform scheduled oil changes, inspections, etc.

f.      Appearance of the resident – remember that this reflects on the driver and the facility

g.     Familiar with all pick-up and drop-off appointment locations

h.     Getting residents to locations in a timely manner, via shortest route, while making safety of the resident his/her first priority.

i.       ANY incidents must be reported to Administrator or DON immediately.

j.      Any other duties assigned by supervisor