Non-emergency Medical Transportation Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community, and earn a little extra money? Join our team at the Marion County Senior Citizens Center as a part-time Non-emergency Medical Transportation Driver and safely transport seniors to non-emergency medical appointments in organization-owned vehicles!

Position Type

• Part-Time / Casual (as needed)
• Works as needed (generally, Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
• Great for retirees, caregivers, or anyone seeking supplemental income
• Non-exempt Hourly
• Wage Range $11 - $13 /hour
• Reports to the Transportation Coordinator

Purpose

Under minimal guidance, the Non-Emergency Transportation Driver is responsible for safely transporting senior citizens to and from non-emergency medical appointments. This role requires compassion, patience, and a commitment to providing excellent service to older adults, including those with mobility challenges.

Essential Job Duties

• Safely operate agency vehicles to transport seniors to designated locations.
• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting the vehicle, including use of mobility aids (e.g., walkers, wheelchairs).
• Ensure passengers are safely secured before transport.
• Maintain accurate trip logs and documentation.
• Perform daily vehicle safety checks and report maintenance needs.
• Communicate effectively with passengers, caregivers, and center staff.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and agency policies.
• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of assigned vehicle.

Additional Duties

• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures.  Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Executive Director.
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or above.
• Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• Must be able to sit for extended periods while driving.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (e.g., assisting with mobility devices). 
• Visual and auditory acuity must be sufficient to safely operate a vehicle and interact with passengers. 

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

Work Environment

• Work is primarily performed in a vehicle and occasionally outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• May involve exposure to traffic and road hazards.
• Interaction with elderly individuals who may have physical or cognitive impairments.

This job description is intended to be ADA-compliant. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The employer complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate on the basis of disability in hiring or employment practices.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED.

Experience working with older adults or individuals with disabilities preferred. Knowledge of local roads and medical facilities is a plus.

License, Certificate Or Registration

Valid West Virginia driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Ability to pass background checks and drug screening.

CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Work Styles

• Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
• Attention to Detail - Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Concern for Others - Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
• Cooperation - Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
• Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Independence - Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
• Initiative - Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Integrity - Job requires being honest and ethical.
• Self-Control - Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
• Social Orientation - Job requires preferring to work with others and alone and being personally connected with others on the job. 
• Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

Competencies

Ability to perform all essential job duties and operate associated tools and equipment with or without reasonable accommodation.

  Marion County Senior Citizens is an Equal Opportunity Employer  including disability and protected veteran status.