Non Certified Transportation Aide - Quitman, United States - Caraday Healthcare

Description

Job Description

OB TITLE: CERTIFIED TRANSPORTATION AIDE (uncertified)

JOB CODE:

DEPARTMENT: ADMINISTRATION

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

REPORTS TO: ADMINISTRATOR

JOB SUMMARY: To provide nonemergency transport of mobility-impaired individuals by accommodating wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers and offering safe custom transportation for medical appointments and treatments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• To assure resident safety
• Visually Inspects van for any defects and/or vehicle damage; checks operating systems:
• Brakes, horn, windshield wipers, lights, first-aid kits, emergency flashers and door-opening devices for proper operation before starting trips; validates registration and inspection stickers for vehicle are state compliant
• Provides whatever assistance is required for boarding of patient and any caregiver and ensures wheelchair and passenger are properly secured before starting van
• Upon arrival at medical facility, assists patients in leaving van and reaching proper offices or treatment areas; inspects van to ensure that no personal items have been left behind
• Provides first-aid or CPR if required during patient transport; immediately notifies emergency personnel and supervisor if skilled assistance is required
• Reports traffic accidents immediately to supervisor, requesting police or ambulance service as needed; assists injured persons from first-aid kit until these services arrive; completes company accident report
• When not transporting residents, driver will report to supervisor for assignments
• Promotes positive public relations with patients, residents, family members and guests
• Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations
• Always use appropriate workplace behavior and adhere to dress code

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Ability to communicate effectively with oral and written instructions in English
• Must hold a currently valid driver's license as required by the state and have an excellent driving record as verified by the state Department of Motor Vehicles
• Must be reliable and capable of working independently and remaining calm in case of emergency
• High school diploma or equivalency degree
• Depending on assigned area, knowledge of Spanish would be helpful

Preferred

• Current CPR certification preferred
• Depending on assigned area, knowledge of Spanish would be helpful

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The ability to safely perform movements such as pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, and reaching up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations

WORK SCHEDULE: As assigned, including some weekends, evenings, and holidays

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Clinical

Caraday Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.