LIFE St. Mary - DRIVER - Full time, no weekends, CDL preferred, not required

About the position

The primary purpose of your job position is to provide safe and timely transportation of PACE participants, including transport meals, durable medical equipment, pharmacy, and any other transportation as deemed necessary. Responsible for overall cleanliness, safety of the vehicle assigned on a daily basis, and communicating any safety issues to the department leader. This position will be housed primarily at the LIFE St.Mary.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the PACE passengers during transport, providing care in a manner which ensures participant satisfaction.
• Follow assigned schedule, make adjustments to meet unanticipated changes, while considering the needs of the participant and requirements of the PACE center, as well as communicating these changes to the department leader.
• Operate equipment safely and in compliance with the vehicle licensing regulations.
• Transport participants to and from medical/specialist appointments and activity outings as requested by the interdisciplinary team via the plan of care.
• Transport meals, durable medical equipment, pharmacy, and any other items as deemed necessary for the participants.
• Provide physical assistance to each participant when needed as he or she boards and debarks from the programs vehicles.
• Handle potential infectious fluids with appropriate biohazard precautions and practices Universal Precautions.
• Maintain the vehicle in a neat and clean condition, ensuring vehicle equipment is maintained and operating within the manufacturer's recommendations; replacing supplies as needed.

Requirements

• Must possess a comprehensive knowledge obtained through high school diploma or equivalent. Associate's degree preferred.
• Valid driver's license in good standing required.
• CDL license with passenger endorsement required to operate company vehicles that exceed 15-passengers.
• Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail or elderly population or if less than one (1) year of experience, must receive appropriate training from the PACE organization on working with a frail or elderly population upon hiring.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages available, including 1st Day medical coverage, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B and educational assistance.
• Access to wages earned daily through Daily Pay.
• Ability to earn incentives through our Employee Referral program.
• Warm and supportive environment with a truly patient-centered focus.
• Comprehensive Orientation and professional development opportunities.