NEMT Driver - Patient Transportation

Job Description

Job Description

NEMT Driver – Patient Transportation

Company: Innovative Care Solutions
Location: Dayton, Ohio
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 9:00 AM–9:00 PM
Department: Non-Emergency Medical Transportation

About the Position

Innovative Care Solutions is seeking a reliable and compassionate NEMT Driver to provide safe, dependable transportation for Ohio’s Hospice patients.

In this role, you will transport patients to and from approved appointments and destinations while providing courteous assistance throughout each trip. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys driving, working independently, and providing respectful service to patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport patients using an assigned transportation vehicle.

• Assist patients with entering and exiting the vehicle based on their individual needs.

• Provide professional, respectful, and compassionate service to patients and families.

• Follow traffic laws, transportation requirements, and organizational safety procedures.

• Complete transportation logs, trip documentation, and required reports accurately.

• Maintain the cleanliness and general condition of the assigned vehicle.

• Report transportation concerns, schedule changes, or other issues to the appropriate team members.

• Operate the vehicle safely in daytime, nighttime, and changing weather conditions.

• Work with the care team and other departments to support timely transportation.

• Complete required training and maintain knowledge of safe patient transportation practices.

• Participate in quality improvement activities related to transportation services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.

• Valid driver's license and safe driving record.

• Required automobile insurance coverage.

• Ability to safely operate a passenger transportation vehicle.

• Strong communication and customer service skills.

• Basic computer skills for completing required documentation.

• Ability to successfully complete required background screening and 10-panel drug screening.

• Ability to complete Passenger Assistance Safety and Sensitivity (PASS) training or Area Agency on Aging DRIVE training. Training may be provided during orientation.

• Ability to work the required schedule and safely drive in varying weather and road conditions.

Benefits

• Competitive pay

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• 401(k) with employer match up to 5%

• Tuition reimbursement

• Mileage reimbursement when applicable

• Initial scrub allowance

• Structured onboarding and orientation support

• Professional development and educational opportunities

• Career advancement opportunities

• Support for applicable hospice certification and certification incentive opportunities

Why Join Us?

Every trip is an opportunity to provide meaningful support to a patient and family.

As an NEMT Driver, you'll play an important role in helping patients safely access the appointments and services they need. You'll be part of a team that values reliability, respect, compassion, and quality service.

If you enjoy helping others, take pride in safe driving, and are looking for meaningful work, we invite you to apply.

Innovative Care Solutions complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

Innovative Care Solutions is proud to be platinum-certified through SAGECare, which provides training and consulting on LGBT aging issues to service providers. Innovative Care Solutions welcomes individuals from the LGBT community to join our team.