What are the responsibilities and job description for the On-call Driver position at NextMed?
On Call Drivers complete multiple functions, which enable NextMed employees to provide quality services to its doctors, patients and client hospitals.
1. Transportation: On Call Drivers are responsible for transporting the laser and/or lithotripter, fluoroscope and accessory case (“equipment”) to and from the treatment locations. When necessary, Drivers are responsible for aiding our Lithotripsy Technologist with the equipment into the O.R., as well as assisting in the securing of equipment in the truck according to Company protocols. Additionally, Drivers are responsible for driving the trucks in a safe and lawful manner, being in compliance with the procedures in the NextMed Driving Policies and Procedures Manual and being in compliance with US DOT FMCSA regulations. The On Call Driver must always be mindful of the cost and the delicate nature of the equipment being transported.
2. Training: On Call Drivers may be requested to participate in training. Training checklists will be provided to document the training of a newly hired Driver and will be signed by the trainer and the trainee at the end of the training week. Signing the document, unless noted otherwise, is a pledge that the trainee has exhibited competence in all designated tasks.
3. Travel: An On Call Driver may be asked to occasionally travel at Company expense to locations which will require overnight stays. The Company Standard Operating Procedures manual describes expense report procedures.
4. Other Duties As Assigned: NextMed Route Drivers may from time to time be required to perform duties other than those specifically described here, but may be required for the normal operation of Company business.
- This is an on-call position, this should not be used as a primary source of income.
Pay: .40 per mile driven.
Requirements:
- Ability to pass a thorough criminal background check, DOT (Department of Transportation) Physical along with a Driving Record check. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands/fingers, handle/feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands/arms, climb/balance, stoop, kneel, crouch/crawl, talk, and hear. The employee shall regularly lift/move up to 100 pounds and occasionally push or maneuver up to 1000-1500 pounds.
- General familiarity with medical terminology as it pertains to anatomy and surgical procedures for an operating room.
- Ability to pass a thorough background check for felony and misdemeanor convictions
- Ability to pass a DOT (Department of Transportation) Physical along with a Driving Record check.
