What are the responsibilities and job description for the Independent Contractor position at Express Medical Transporters?
Description
About EMT:
Since 1996, we've provided compassionate, safe, and timely transport. Our goal is to transport any passenger - no matter what disabilities or challenges they may face. We take great pride in transporting our passengers to their desired destination. Who We Serve: EMT serves organizations in the St. Louis, Missouri metro and surrounding areas, including neighboring areas in Illinois, as well as Cumberland, Maryland. These organizations include school districts, hospitals, doctor's offices, and more. We also transport individuals and families to and from appointments or simply when they need a ride.
About the job:
The Owner Operator/Independent Contractor will operate their own vehicle equipped to provide nonemergency transport of mobility- impaired individuals and/or children by offering safe custom transportation to medical appointments or school transportation.
Owners/Operators are a critical part of our company, so it is vital that the people on our team are a good fit with our commitments and shared values. If you love making a difference in other folk’s lives, take joy in helping someone who needs you, and like learning new skills that allow you to help others, then please apply.
Requirements:
Requirements
- Pre-trip inspection of the vehicle at the beginning of your shift for safety
- Operate the vehicle within the limits of all laws and obey all traffic signs/signals
- Arrive on time to all scheduled stops
- Communicate with Dispatch regularly throughout your shift
- Assure each passenger is properly secured with lap, shoulder belts and tie downs
- Monitor passenger activity periodically while taking care not to become distracted
- Maintain proper licenses and training as mandated by management
- Alert Site Supervisor of any problems so we can help
- Maintain flexibility as situations can and will change frequently
