Transportation Coordinator / Driver

Columbine Manor Care Center

Salida, CO

Shift : Day and Night Status : Full-Time Wage scale : $12- $22 an hour Position Summary

The Transportation Coordinator / Driver loads, transports, and unloads patients for medical appointments and activity outings in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent
• Must have a valid drivers license or valid commercial drivers license in current State, as applicable, with a satisfactory driving record per Life Care standards
• CDL Required
• Prior experience in health care or geriatrics preferred

Specific Job Requirements

• Must complete pre inspections before use of vehicle
• Must be able to monitor regular maintenance (oil changes, tire rotations, etc.)
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Must be knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to : patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and / or confidential information
• Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Cares *Code of Conduct* and completes mandatory *Code of Conduct* and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Must be able to safely load, transport, and unload patients
• Must exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients
• Must demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Must be able to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer