Paratransit/Shuttle Driver

Responsibilities: Project a professional image and attitude when dealing with patients, other agencies and fellow employees. Be familiar with company driving policies/standards and always drive in a safe and responsible manner. Adhere to Company dress code and personal appearance policies. Be familiar with safe lifting and moving techniques and be physically/mentally fit for the performance of job duties. Be familiar with all Company policies and procedures and any changes made to the same. Be familiar with Company management structure. Be familiar with all Company forms and their purposes. Demonstrate proper patient care documentation techniques and a working knowledge of all policies and forms as well as all required hardware and software programs. Assume responsibility for daily check of vehicle maintenance and mechanical equipment. Must inspect and report any vehicle damage or malfunction and check all fluid levels to insure they are replenished if necessary. Must refuel vehicle daily, noting vehicle number, mileage and driver assigned PIN on all transactions. Assume responsibility for cleanliness of vehicle cab and cleaning vehicle exterior in conjunction with partner on a daily basis. Have a working knowledge of the Company communications systems and communications policies and procedures. Be familiar with and capable of navigating in all response areas of the Company. Be knowledgeable of major receiving hospital/facility locations and their capabilities. Know how to use "GPS" products to assist in navigating. Be willing and able to perform special duties as assigned. Including but not limited to the following examples: Washing Vehicles (inside/outside)Sweeping/Vacuuming (vehicle/building)Removal of trash (vehicle/building)Driving Shuttle Programs Must report all incidents, accidents and problems to his/her immediate supervisor. Be willing to work overtime as required. Machines, Tools, Equipment, Work Aids, Materials and Products used in work functions: Patient Transport Vehicles Phones/Tablets Stretcher Medical equipment/supplies Wheelchair or Stair Chair Patient care documentation material

Requirements: The Paratransit Driver should have a high school education. Those with a GED equivalent will be considered. Must have a current, valid driver's license. Must be knowledgeable of safe moving and lifting techniques to insure safety of self and others. Must be knowledgeable in the correct use of hydraulic wheel chair lift. Must be knowledgeable in the correct use of safety straps used in securing patients while in the vehicle. Must successfully complete the Company's probationary program. Physical Requirements to

Perform Essential Functions: STANDING - FrequentWALKING - FrequentSITTING - FrequentLIFTING - Frequent - WT 175 lbsCARRYING - Frequent - WT 175 lbsPUSHING- Frequent - WT 175 lbsPULLING - Frequent - WT 175 lbsCLIMBING - OccasionalBALANCING - FrequentSTOOPING - FrequentCROUCHING - FrequentKNEELING - FrequentREACHING - FrequentHANDLING - FrequentUSE of FINGERS - FrequentFEELING - FrequentTALKING - ContinuousHEARING - ContinuousNEAR VISION - ContinuousMID VISION - ContinuousFAR VISION - ContinuousDEPTH PERCEP - Continuous Environmental Conditions: EXPOSURE TO WEATHER - FrequentEXTREME COLD - OccasionalEXTREME HOT - OccasionalWET AND/OR HUMID - OccasionalNOISE - OccasionalVIBRATION - OccasionalDUST, FUMES, GASES - OccasionalLOWEST TEMPERATURE: 10 FHIGHEST TEMPERATURE: 100 F