What are the responsibilities and job description for the Motor Vehicle Operator position at Long Island State Veterans Home?
Motor Vehicle Operator
- Will be responsible for driving geriatric residents in wheelchairs to and from trips.
- May need to stay with resident at the trip location, engage in conversation with them, be prepared to help calm an agitated or disorientated resident, and ensure the safety of their personal belongings.
- May be asked to make deliveries or pick up supplies from Hospital, post office, or drive staff.
- Assist in the unloading of all delivery trucks (Fed Ex, UPS, etc.), Deliver received packages to individual department
- Assists, on a weekly basis, with delivery of par carts and supplies to the Unit.
- Restock shelves in medical supply store room.
- On a daily basis pick up specimens and delivers to Hospital.
- Pick up supplies from the Hospital supply room.
- Sort delivered USPS mail onto mail cart, deliver mail to each individual department and Unit.
- Take vehicles to Campus gas station for filling on an as needed basis, take vehicles to local repairs shops and car washes on an as needed basis.
Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).
Essential Position: This position has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. This means that when the Long Island State Veterans Home is faced with an emergency, employees in such positions are required to remain at their work location or to report to work.
The LISVH is a 24/7 skilled nursing facility. As such, all positions are subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary to meet the operating needs of the facility.
The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation. Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements: Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from the Long Island State Veterans Home Employee Health Department, clear a background investigation, submit three (3) written references, and provide a copy of the required license(s)/certificate(s). Please be advised that failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.
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