DART Paratransit Operator (Active Contract)

Job Opportunity

Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) Driver

MELINIO TRANSIT is an industry leader providing Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Services - NEMT. We actively seek compassionate, caring, reliable, and responsible professionals who excel at getting clients with mobility challenges to their destinations safely and on time. Our NEMT Operators expertly coordinate, prioritize, and execute scheduled transfers for their assigned routes while delivering professional and empathetic service that transforms lives daily. Join our dynamic team where you'll drive meaningful change, navigate complex schedules, and champion accessibility for those who need it most. Every day, you'll connect vulnerable clients to essential healthcare services, empowering their independence while building lasting relationships that matter.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely transport clients with mobility challenges to medical appointments and healthcare facilities
• Operate wheelchair-accessible vehicles with specialized medical transport equipment
• Coordinate and prioritize scheduled transfers with precision timing
• Provide compassionate, professional service to clients with diverse needs
• Assist clients with wheelchairs, walkers, and mobility devices
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow all safety protocols
• Communicate professionally with clients, families, and healthcare staff

Requirements:

• Must be 23 years of age or older for insurance purposes
• Must have a valid driver's license (Texas for Dallas positions, Pennsylvania for Philadelphia positions)
• Must have a clean criminal record and no moving vehicle violations for at least two consecutive years
• Pass Drug Screen, Background, and Motor Vehicle Report check (No Felonies or aggressive misdemeanors/ No Suspension in past 5 years)
• Possess or be willing to obtain State NEMT Certification
• Driving Experience: 5 years minimum
• Defensive Driving Certification PASS (Passenger Assistance Safety and Sensitivity) Certification
• DOT Medical Transportation Certification
• Must have or be willing to acquire a Business License

Benefits:

• Year round work
• Home daily
• Comprehensive training and certification programs provided
• Performance-based incentives
• 24/7 dispatch support
• Consistent weekly contracted hours
• Daily routes start and end at the location you designate
• Automated routes and invoicing using mobile handheld technology to accept and complete rides

MELINIO TRANSIT practices all policies for the protection of the transference of COVID-19 as established by the CDC.

Join Our Team

Make a meaningful difference in people's lives while building a stable career with an industry leader. Our NEMT Operators are essential healthcare transportation professionals who help clients maintain their independence and access critical medical care.