What are the responsibilities and job description for the Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Driver position at Nibor Transportation Services?
DEFINITION: To operate a company-owned vehicle to transport authorized clients to and from scheduled medical appointments, assist clients in and out of the vehicle, and to provide necessary escort services at their pick-up point and at the appointment site. Drivers in this classification receive general supervision within a framework of standard policies and procedures. The driver is responsible for always ensuring the safety of clients during trips and for ensuring that the assigned vehicle is in safe operating condition. Wheelchair and Stretcher experience is not necessary, but is preferred.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
· Drives company vehicle to transport clients safely in accordance with pre-planned schedules.
· Provides safe, courteous and efficient door-to-door transportation to clients to include transporting, assisting and escorting clients, as needed, to and from their homes and appointment sites.
· Assists passengers on and off vehicle.
· May operate wheelchair lift device when necessary to board and deboard passengers; ensures that wheelchair brakes are locked while lift is in motion, positioning wheelchairs in vehicle, and securing them to vehicle.
· Ensures the safety of passengers with severe physical, mental, or developmental problems while in vehicle.
· Maintains trip and vehicle logs.
· Prepares reports of driving hazards, accidents and/or passenger incidents.
· Maintains current required licenses and certificates.
· Maintains cleanliness of vehicles inside and out to ensure safe operating condition.
· Performs other related duties like the above in scope and function, as required.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
· Complete training and retain knowledge of:
o The Georgia State Motor Vehicle code as it relates to the operation of vehicles used in transporting passengers.
o Safe driving practices.
o CPR, first-aid, and emergency aid training (online training provided)
· Ability to:
o Learn the special transportation requirements associated with the transport/escort of seniors and the disables.
o Read and interpret a map.
o Remain calm in emergency situations.
o Understand and carry out both oral and written instructions independently.
o Exercise good judgment and extreme caution while operating a transport vehicle.
o Maintain records and logs related to vehicle maintenance and the transportation of passengers.
o Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform assigned duties.
o Exhibit a high degree of tolerance and patience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
· Experience:
o Qualified work experience in driving and dealing directly with people.
o Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent.
o Additional Requirements:
§ Possession of a valid and appropriate Georgia Driver's license.
§ A safe driving records.
§ Clear background and drug test
PAY:
· Based on experience and performance.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Split shift
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Van driver: 2 years (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Jonesboro, GA (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Jonesboro, GA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $14 - $16