What are the responsibilities and job description for the Non Emergency Medical Transport Stretcher Driver position at Skyline Transport FL?
Company Overview
Skyline Transport is a locally owned and operated transportation provider serving Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. We specialize in wheelchair and stretcher transportation, offering reliable, compassionate, and professional service 24/7. Our drivers are the heart of our mission—to ensure every passenger is treated with dignity and care.
Job Summary
We are hiring experienced and dependable Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) Stretcher Drivers to join our team in Saint Petersburg, FL. You will be responsible for transporting clients to and from medical appointments and essential errands using company-provided Ford Transit vans.
Applicants must reside within 10 miles of Saint Petersburg, FL, as drivers are responsible for getting to and from the company vehicle location daily.
Pay
- $120–$130 per day, based on experience
- Paid weekly
Responsibilities
- Safely operate company-provided vans to transport passengers in wheelchairs or stretchers
- Provide professional, courteous, and timely service
- Assist passengers in and out of the vehicle, including lifting over 250 lbs when necessary
- Properly secure all passengers and mobility equipment
- Use GPS, iPad, and dispatch software to navigate and communicate
- Maintain a clean, safe, and operational vehicle
- Follow all traffic laws and company policies
- Maintain clear communication with dispatch and support staff
Qualifications
- Must be at least 25 years old
- Valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean MVR for the past 7 years (No DUIs, DWIs, felonies, or major violations)
- At least 1 year of verifiable NEMT driving experience (Note: CNA, RBT, or CDL experience does not qualify as NEMT driving experience)
- Valid Social Security card
- Must pass a national and county background check and a 10-panel urine drug screening
- Physically able to lift with an assist 250 lbs using proper techniques
- Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking)
- Strong knowledge of local traffic routes and laws
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
Schedule
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
- Daily schedules provided the day before
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid training
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Opportunity to serve your community and make an impact
Required Certifications (Must be obtained if hired at applicant’s expense):
- PASS Basic Certification
- Wheelchair Securement Training
- CPR & First Aid Certification
- Defensive Driving Certification
- HIPAA Certification
- Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Training
- DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate
- Valid PVDL License
To Apply:
Submit your resume through really. Only applicants who live within 10 miles of Saint Petersburg, FL will be considered. Visit www.skylinetransportfl.com to learn more about us.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $120.00 - $130.00 per day
Benefits:
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid training
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental Pay:
- Performance bonus
- Tips
Application Question(s):
- Do you have NEMT Stretcher Driving Experience?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $120 - $130
