Part-Time Emergency Transport Driver - Grand Rapids

Moving Hope, Saving LivesNORA collaborates with Organ Procurement Organizations, Transplant Centers, Living Donor Networks, and Laboratories across the nation. We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as part-time Emergency Vehicle Drivers for SUVs and tissue donor transport vans. Every transport at NORA supports a life-saving transplant.As a Transportation Specialist, you serve as a critical link in a coordinated medical logistics chain where timing, safety, and professional judgment directly impact patient outcomes. This role requires disciplined execution, operational awareness, and the ability to perform under urgency without compromising protocol.This is not routine driving. It is precision service work performed alongside clinical teams who depend on reliability, composure, and clear communication.What You'll DoTransport surgical teams, organs, tissues, and critical medical suppliesOperate under emergency and non-emergency conditions with measured judgmentCommunicate clearly and proactively with dispatch and clinical partnersIdentify potential delays, safety concerns, or process gaps and escalate appropriatelyOn-Call CommitmentThis is a true on-call role. During scheduled on-call periods, you must remain reachable and prepared to respond when dispatched. When not actively deployed, you may use your time freely. Dispatch activity varies, and weekly hours are not guaranteed.Tissue & Donor Transport Responsibilities (Location-Specific)At certain NORA service locations, Transportation Specialists may assist with the respectful movement of tissue donors in accordance with medical, regulatory, and clinical protocols. This responsibility requires:Professional composurePhysical capabilityStrict adherence to established proceduresSensitivity in clinically and emotionally significant environmentsThis responsibility applies only to designated service areas.What Sets NORA Transportation Specialists ApartCalm, disciplined decision-making under time sensitivitySafety-first vehicle operation — urgency never replaces protocolClear, concise communication with dispatch and partnersProtects chain integrity by identifying and escalating safety, timing, or protocol concerns through established channelsProfessional composure in clinically and emotionally sensitive environmentsQualificationsMinimum 5 years emergency vehicle operation experience (red lights and sirens preferred)Background in law enforcement, fire service, or career EMS preferredValid driver's license with clean driving historySuccessful background and drug screening; criminal charges and convictions may be considered if substantially related to the positionEqual Employment Opportunity & Reasonable AccommodationNORA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position or participate in the application process should contact Human Resources. NORA will provide reasonable accommodations unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the organization.Job Description Disclaimer & At-Will EmploymentThis job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. NORA reserves the right to modify job duties and responsibilities as business needs require.Employment with NORA is at will. Nothing in this job description creates an express or implied contract of employment. Either the employee or NORA may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.