What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Transportation Driver position at Seneca Nation Health System?
BASIC FUNCTION:
The incumbent ensures that safe transportation is provided to Seneca Nation Health System (SNHS) patients. Reports directly to Transportation Coordinator.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Inspects vehicle for defects and safe operating conditions daily and provides written documentation of each inspection.
2. Drives vehicle to transport patients to and from the health center or other health facilities.
3. Drives vehicle to and from designated locations at varying speeds in difficult situations such as heavy traffic and inclement weather.
4. Professionally represents the organization with positive interactions.
5. Must adhere to all traffic laws and regulations in a conscientious and safe manner.
6. Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for patient comfort.
7. Assists patients boarding and exiting vehicle, if necessary.
8. Ensures vehicle is clean and well-maintained at all times.
9. Makes deliveries and pick-ups of health related packages and documents.
10. Maintains records of patient pick-up and drop-off times.
11. Maintains records of trips and miles driven.
12. Reports any vehicle malfunctions to supervisor and fleet management.
13. Participates and completes all mandatory staff trainings, meetings and in-services.
14. Follows all policies and procedures of the department, Seneca Nation, and SNHS.
15. Works to promote cooperative staff efforts to provide and maintain high quality service to patients, physicians and other staff to assure quality patient care.
16. Communicates effectively with patients to provide information and assistance.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and its operation.
• Able to communicate with the public.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Valid and clean N.Y.S. Class E (livery/taxi) driver’s license OR CDL with Passenger endorsement, required.
• Two (2) years of previous experience in commercial driving, such as school bus driving or paratransit, is preferred.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, as some passengers may require assistance with mobility devices.
• Minimum age of 21 years due to insurance requirements.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including early mornings and late afternoons.
• Must have a current (within 30 days) driving abstract.
• Must pass the SNI NTSI class after a successful 90 probation period.
• Experience in a large hospital, academic medical center, outpatient health care setting, or Indian Health Service (IHS)/tribal health, preferred.
Salary : $20
