What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ambulance Driver position at Baxtera Solutions LLC?
We are looking for a skilled driver with a good driving record to join our team as an ambulance driver. The responsibilities of the ambulance driver include driving the ambulance safely to emergency locations, transporting emergency personnel, transporting patients, and assisting in moving patients via stretchers to the bus.
To be successful as an ambulance driver, you should have a valid driver's license and an excellent driving record. Ultimately, a top-notch ambulance driver should thrive under pressure and should possess compassion when helping patients.
Ambulance Driver Responsibilities:
- Inspecting the ambulance before each shift, checking the fuel, oil, transmission fluid, wiper fluid, and coolant, and reporting any needed repairs.
- Checking the first aid and medical supplies inventory levels before each shift and ensuring the ambulance is well-stocked.
- Assisting patients onto gurneys and loading them into the ambulance.
- Driving an ambulance as quickly and as safely as possible to transport patients to the hospital.
- Providing first aid or administering oxygen if the patient requires care before reaching the hospital.
- Sanitizing the ambulance and safely disposing of any medical waste and soiled linens.
- Maintaining your driving log with daily entries and noting patients' names and addresses, travel times, mileage, and service performed.
- Reporting accident facts to medical personnel and police officers, when necessary.
Ambulance Driver Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED and valid driver's license.
- Minimum of two years' EMT and driving experience.
- First aid and CPR certification.
- Knowledge of radio transmission codes.
- Emergency vehicle operator certification may be advantageous.
- Excellent defensive driving skills and the ability to read a map.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and reassure frightened patients.
- Great judgment and decision-making skills.
- Good physical agility.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Home daily
- Home weekends
Supplemental Pay:
- Performance bonus
- Safety bonus
- Signing bonus
Trucking Driver Type:
- Team driver
Trucking Route:
- Local
Experience:
- Ambulance Driver: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Fort Huachuca, AZ 85613 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fort Huachuca, AZ 85613: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35 - $40