Wheelchair Attendant

Lancaster EMS is currently recruiting for an overnight Wheelchair Van Attendant starting at $20.25 per hour.

Company Overview

Lancaster EMS, a nationally accredited and the largest ambulance service in Lancaster County, is dedicated to providing high-quality 9-1-1 emergency ambulance services and non-emergency inter-facility patient transport services. Our mission is to save lives and empower healthier living by providing comprehensive, innovative, and sustainable mobile medical health care services.

Summary

As a Wheelchair Attendant at Lancaster EMS, you will play a vital role in transporting non-ambulatory, wheelchair-bound individuals. This position is essential in ensuring safe and comfortable transport for individuals requiring wheelchair assistance, directly contributing to our mission and community need.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, secure, and transport passengers safely in wheelchair vehicles
• Ensure wheelchairs are properly maintained and sanitized before use
• Provide excellent customer service to individuals and their families during transport
• Collaborate with medical staff to ensure patient comfort and safety during transport
• Anticipate unexpected delays and demonstrate strong problem-solving ability
• Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines during transport

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills with a focus on compassionate care
• Ability to assist individuals with mobility challenges effectively
• Experience in a healthcare or transportation role is preferred but not required
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with passengers and team members
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Must be over 21 years of age
• Possess a valid Pennsylvania driver's license
• Have a clean driving record and pass all applicable background clearances

Benefits

• 176 hours of paid time off annually
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Short- and long-term disability
• Uniform reimbursement
• Life insurance
• EAP & Peer Support
• Educational Opportunities

If you are passionate about helping others and want to make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply for the Wheelchair Attendant position at Lancaster EMS today!

Apply at: https://www.lemsa.com/employment.php

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.25 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Hourly pay

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Rotating weekends

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Lancaster, PA 17603 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20