Wheelchair Van Driver- Western MA-Holyoke

Job Title: Wheelchair Van Driver Western, MA-Holyoke

Location: Massachusetts Statewide

Department: Chair Car Operations

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Shifts Hiring: Full-time, Part-time

Wheelchair Van Driver Job Description

A wheelchair van driver, also known as a chair car driver, provides safe and efficient non-emergency transportation for disabled, handicapped, or elderly persons to and from their destinations including medical appointments, procedures, and healthcare facilities. Wheelchair van and bus drivers will aid patients as they enter and exit the vehicle, secure wheelchairs, and ensure safety at all times. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in gaining experience in the healthcare field, civic-minded residents eager to make a difference in their community, or those with a passion for assisting the elderly and disabled.

Wheelchair Van Driver Job Responsibilities

• Safely transport patients to and from medical appointments, procedures, and healthcare facilities.
• Assist patients with entering and exiting the vehicle, ensuring their comfort and safety throughout the journey.
• Properly secure wheelchairs for transportation
• Maintain a clean and well-equipped vehicle, adhering to all safety and cleanliness standards.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers, healthcare professionals, and patients to coordinate pick-up and drop-off times and locations.
• Provide exceptional customer service, demonstrating empathy, professionalism, and respect for patients and their families.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations, prioritizing the safety of patients and other road users at all times.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing schedules and patient needs.
• Complete required paperwork accurately and promptly, including trip logs, mileage records, and incident reports.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Uphold the values and mission of Cataldo Ambulance Service , promoting a culture of excellence and compassion in all interactions.

Wheelchair Van Driver Position Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record through a DMV background check
• CPR Certified (we will provide training and certification if needed)
• Commitment to providing exemplary customer service
• Previous experience in patient transportation, delivery driver, bus driver, customer service, or a related field preferred
• Pass a background check including CORI
• Pass a drug screen and lift test

Wheelchair Van Driver Position Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and maneuver 125 pounds with assistance and without difficulty
• Ability to maneuver a patient-loaded wheelchair up and down three stairs without difficulty
• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Ability to walk without difficulty and without impact to the immediate performance of job-related duties

Wheelchair Van Driver Job Benefits

• Starting wages $17/hour, commensurate with experience
• Competitive benefits package including paid time off, medical and dental insurance, and 401(k) available for full time employees.
• Company paid EMT Certification training available
• Start a career as a driver without the upfront cost of purchasing a vehicle
• Full time and part time weekday shift opportunities available
• Positions available in: Greater Boston, Merrimack Valley, North Shore, Western Massachusetts, and Worcester

About Cataldo

Since 1977, Cataldo Ambulance Service, Inc. has continually distinguished ourselves as a leader in providing routine and emergency medical services. As the needs of the community and the patient change, we continue to introduce innovative programs to ensure the highest level of care is available to everyone in the areas we serve.

Cataldo is the largest private EMS provider and private ambulance service in Massachusetts. In addition to topping 50,000 emergency medical transportations annually through 911 contacts with multiple cities, we partner with some of Massachusetts top medical facilities to provide non-emergency medical ambulance and wheelchair transportation services. We are also an EMS provider to specialty venues like Fenway Park, TD Garden, and DCU Center.

While Cataldo began as an ambulance service company, we continue to grow through innovation and expand the services we offer to the local communities. As a public health resource, Cataldo offers training and education to the healthcare and emergency medical community through the Cataldo Education Center. This includes certification training for new employees as well as the training needed for career advancement. Through our partnerships with health systems, hospitals, managed care organizations, and others, we continue to provide in-home care through the state’s first and largest Mobile Integrated Health program, SmartCare. We also have delivered more than 1.7 million Covid-19 vaccines and continue to operate testing and vaccination sites throughout the state of Massachusetts.