Transportation Driver - PRN

Transportation Driver

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve.

Are you a dedicated and compassionate individual seeking a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in people's lives? Look no further! Our brand new state-of-the-art rehabilitation hospital in Cleveland, WI is looking for a Transportation Driver to join our dynamic and thriving healthcare organization committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care, and we want YOU to be a vital part of our team.

What We Offer: Your Path to a Rewarding Career Starts Here!

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k Matching
• Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities to include CEU Opportunities
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Career Advancement
• Inclusive and Supportive Culture
• Work Life Balance
• Employee Recognition Program

The Transportation Driver is responsible for transporting patients and/or equipment to and from various outside appointments, clinics, nursing facilities, hospitals, or other ancillary locations via hospital-owned vehicle. This position must integrate company values into daily practice.

This position is PRN Weekends

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Transports patients in a safe and professional manner
• Assures vehicles are clean and in working order. Responsible for cleaning of inside of van utilizing appropriate chemicals between patients.
• Communicates with various hospital staff in order to receive relevant data and instructions.
• Inspects vehicle prior to daily vehicle usage for safe and comfortable patient transport. Reports vehicle concerns timely.
• Assists with transferring and balancing patients. Ensures patients' physical and overall comfort.
• Follows all patient safety and vehicle safety requirements. Responsible for knowing what PPE to apply to patient and driver prior to transport.
• Notifies proper staff regarding changes in condition or behavior of patient.
• May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.
• Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions. Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.
• Maintains regular attendance in keeping with assigned work schedule.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization.

Requirements for consideration:

Minimum Education & Experience:

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Basic Life Support card required.
• Six months van transport experience preferred.

Required Licenses, Certifications, and/or Documentation:

• Must maintain acceptable driving record, current class specific driver's license, and insurability.
• Driving record must meet the standards of the Transportation Policy.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrates proficiency using the machines, tools, equipment and/or work aids appropriate for the position.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
• Ability to maintain quality, Infection Prevention, and safety standards.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, compassionate and understanding.

Physical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift:

• A significant amount of sitting, driving, and reaching, often for prolonged periods of time.
• Both gross and precise motor functions.
• Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs.
• Possible exposure to bodily fluids.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard.
• Close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to hear overhead pages.

We value our employee's skills, talents and input. We believe in maintaining hospital environments where employees are valued, treated with dignity, respected, provided educational and training opportunities recognized and rewarded. These values are included in our competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits.