What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Driver position at Franklin Medical Center?
POSITION: MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION DRIVER
DEPARTMENT: TRANSPORTATION
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT
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JOB SUMMARY: The Medical Transportation Driver is responsible for safely transporting patients to and from medical institutions for non-emergent health care services under the direction of the Transportation Dispatcher.
JOB RELATIONSHIPS:
Responsible to the Transportation Director
Positions Directly Supervised: None
Regular Contact with all hospital staff and the public
MISSION STATEMENT:
As an integral part of our community, Franklin Medical Center’s mission is to provide the highest quality health care and customer satisfaction to all those we serve. We are committed to delivering compassionate, capable, and personalized treatment to our patients and their families, always keeping in mind that our responsibility is to the health needs of the people.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Education and Training: High school diploma or equivalent is required. Must possess a valid Chauffeurs License. CPR certification is preferred.
Work Experience: No experience necessary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
Equal Opportunity Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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DEPARTMENT: TRANSPORTATION
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT
Please read this job description carefully to ensure that you understand its contents, the job requirements, and expectations before signing this document.
JOB SUMMARY: The Medical Transportation Driver is responsible for safely transporting patients to and from medical institutions for non-emergent health care services under the direction of the Transportation Dispatcher.
JOB RELATIONSHIPS:
Responsible to the Transportation Director
Positions Directly Supervised: None
Regular Contact with all hospital staff and the public
MISSION STATEMENT:
As an integral part of our community, Franklin Medical Center’s mission is to provide the highest quality health care and customer satisfaction to all those we serve. We are committed to delivering compassionate, capable, and personalized treatment to our patients and their families, always keeping in mind that our responsibility is to the health needs of the people.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Provide timely, safe, and courteous transportation services for patients for non-emergency services
- Assist passengers with boarding and exiting the vehicle, including those with mobility challenges or using wheelchairs
- Operate wheelchair lifts or other vehicle accessibility features as needed
- Ensure that the vehicle is clean, well-maintained, and compliant with all safety and sanitation standards.
- Report issues regarding vehicle maintenance needs, incidents, vehicle issues, and passenger concerns to the Transportation Director immediately
- Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, coworkers, department representatives, etc
- Respond to scheduling changes or emergencies promptly and professionally
- Maintain accurate records of transport times, mileage, and passenger details
- Follow all traffic laws, road safety regulations, and company policies
- Performs other duties as assigned
Education and Training: High school diploma or equivalent is required. Must possess a valid Chauffeurs License. CPR certification is preferred.
Work Experience: No experience necessary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
- Interpersonal skills and compassion
- Strong ability to operate vehicles safely in various conditions
- Ability to use GPS systems and follow routes efficiently
- Ability to adapt to changes in schedule or routing
- Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
- Ability to safely assist passengers in and out of vehicles, including wheelchair handling
- Ability to safely move and transport patients, walkers, wheelchairs, medical equipment, etc. up to 50 pounds
- Ability to move around the facility(s) to access various departments
- Ability to communicate information accurately so others will understand.
- Ability to observe details at close range (e.g., GPS, maps, etc.) and at a distance (e.g., road signs, pedestrians, other vehicles) to safely operate a vehicle.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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