Transportation Assistant (Temporary)

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
We are looking for a temporary full-time Transportation Assistant to fill in for our main Driver who will be out on leave. This position will be a minimum of twelve weeks with a potential for longer. This is a role where your energy, compassion, and commitment to service will play a vital role in supporting the well-being of our residents and patients. In this position, you will ensure the safe, timely, and comfortable transport of individuals, equipment, and supplies throughout our long-term care community. Your work helps residents maintain access to appointments, therapies, social activities, and daily routines that enrich their quality of life. Because this role involves close interaction with residents and supports direct care operations, Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry is preferred (CNA) but not required.

Rate of Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour depending on experience; weekend differential.

Expected Hours : We are looking for a TEMPORARY FULL-TIME individual to fill this role as our main Transportation Assistant goes on leave for up to 12 weeks. There may be an opportunity to extend beyond the twelve weeks depending upon facility needs. Schedule will be determined based on availability, but daytime coverage is needed each week. Applicants must also be able to work during regular business hours or later to support return transports, assigned on-call shifts, and occasional weekend or after-hours events.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate facility vehicles (van, bus, etc.) to transport residents and patients to and from appointments, procedures, or other designated areas.
• Assist residents and patients with mobility needs, including transferring equipment such as lifts, beds, O2 concentrators, wheelchairs, etc. while adhering to proper techniques and safety protocols.
• Work closely with nursing staff and unit clerk to develop routes and calendars to meet facility needs.
• Ensure the comfort, dignity, and safety of residents and patients during transportation, including those with complex needs.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation related to patient transfers.
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff, medical teams, and other healthcare professionals regarding resident and patient status and transportation schedules.
• Follow HIPAA regulations strictly to protect resident and patient confidentiality during all aspects of transportation and documentation.
• Conduct routine vehicle inspections and report any maintenance issues promptly to ensure safety standards are upheld.
• Assist maintenance and nursing teams in other areas as needed when not transporting residents and patients such as facility maintenance projects, trash and refuse removal, etc.
• Other duties as assigned - see job description.

Education and Experience
Prior experience working in a healthcare environment such as a hospital, nursing home, assisted living facility, or outpatient clinic is preferred.

• Current and active Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry preferred.
• Class C Minnesota Driver's License with no restrictions. Ability to obtain a Class B driver's license if directed. Must have a good driving record.
• High School Graduate or GED required.

Other Qualifications:

• Displays and attitude of customer service at all times.
• Displays the core values of integrity, compassion, dedication, teamwork and customer service.
• Must be able to flex with the needs of the role and organization.

Benefits (depending upon hours worked):

• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training