What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Driver position at Nebraska Methodist Health System?
Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System?
At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.
Job Summary
Location: Methodist Fremont Health Hospital
Address: 450 E 23rd St. - Fremont, NE
Work Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8:00am to 4:30pm
Provides safe transportation services for patients scheduled for testing or treatment at the Medical Center. Delivers and picks-up supplies, instruments, mail, linen, and etc. to the Methodist Fremont Health (MFH) Departments and Health Care Partners (HCP) medical office locations. Works with the other Patient Escort Driver to ensure that hours are covered by reviewing Central Scheduling appointment times. Cross-trained to assist in other Materials Management functions as needed.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Mon - Fri, 8:00am to 4:30pm
Job Description
Job Requirements
Education
Physical Activity
Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.
Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.
Job Summary
Location: Methodist Fremont Health Hospital
Address: 450 E 23rd St. - Fremont, NE
Work Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8:00am to 4:30pm
Provides safe transportation services for patients scheduled for testing or treatment at the Medical Center. Delivers and picks-up supplies, instruments, mail, linen, and etc. to the Methodist Fremont Health (MFH) Departments and Health Care Partners (HCP) medical office locations. Works with the other Patient Escort Driver to ensure that hours are covered by reviewing Central Scheduling appointment times. Cross-trained to assist in other Materials Management functions as needed.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Safely operate and maintain a Wheelchair Van while in compliance with all laws pertaining to the operation of the vehicle while transporting patients.
- Interact professionally with other health care personnel.
- Interact professionally with disabled, disadvantaged, sick, and injured persons.
- Complete daily vehicle inspection and equipment checklist.
- Cleans all equipment following appropriate disinfecting procedures.
- Restocks and replace used linens, blankets, and other supplies.
- Makes careful check of all equipment so that the Van is ready for the next run.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
Mon - Fri, 8:00am to 4:30pm
Job Description
Job Requirements
Education
- A high school diploma or equivalent General Educational Development (GED) required, may include specialized or vocational courses.
- Defensive driving class preferred.
- Must have a valid Nebraska driver’s license with a good driving record required.
- Minimum 3 years driving experience required.
- Knowledge of Fremont/Omaha area preferred.
- Strong verbal communication skills for positive interaction with staff and customers.
Physical Activity
- Standing or sitting in the same location.
- May require to stoop and climb or lift light material or equipment (20-50 lbs.).
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Category 3: Tasks that involve no exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, or other potentially infectious material and Category 1 tasks are not a condition of employment.
Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.
Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
