Driver (Part time - 3pm-6pm)

This position reports to the Director of Rehabilitation Services and may also be supervised by a Physical/Occupational and/or Speech Therapist.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Secures passengers’ wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs during trip.
• Assists disabled and/or elderly residents in and out of vehicle and in and out of buildings and doctor’s offices when appropriate.
• Assists all departments in the delivery and pick-up of other related work items, i.e., x-rays, pharmaceuticals, medical records, mail drop off, etc., while adhering to HIPPA guidelines
• Cleans and services vehicle.
• Reports all vehicle repairs, and/or any unsafe or hazardous situations immediately to supervisor.
• Remains flexible and available for special occasions and special schedules
• Uses tact and understanding with facility personnel, residents, family members, and outside community contacts.
• Participate in facility and company required trainings, in-services and conferences.
• Adherence to Company required policy and procedures and code of conduct.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

COMPLIANCE AND INTEGRITY: Models and reinforces ethical behavior in self and to others in accordance with the Code of Conduct; adheres to organizational policies and guidelines; supports compliance initiatives; maintains confidences; admits mistakes; conducts business with honesty; shows consistency in words and actions; follows through on commitments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Driver License, with clean driving record
• Previous experience working in a healthcare environment preferred.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

WORK ENVIRONMENT & CONDITIONS:

• Subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors and is exposed to dust, disinfectants, hazardous chemicals, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.
• Subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, visitors, or others.
• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions, including Tuberculosis and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.
• Works in area(s) throughout the nursing service area (i.e. nurse’s stations, resident rooms, etc.).
• Moves intermittently during working hours.
• Is subject to frequent interruptions.
• Interacts with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.
• Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department supervisors.
• Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. May be on call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
• Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).
• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.
• May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.