What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mobile Unit Driver position at FAMILY HEALTH CARE CENTER OF KALAMAZOO?
MOBILE UNIT CLINIC DRIVER - ON CALL
MISSION: To provide clinical excellence with outstanding patient experience while ensuring that all members of the community have access to quality, comprehensive, patient-centered health care.
We Serve. We Grow. We Achieve.
COMPANY INFORMATION:
As a federally qualified health center (FQHC) we serve all people with quality healthcare, dignity, and respect. We envision a seamless healthcare delivery system that is proactively responsible for the medical, dental and psychosocial needs of underserved individuals, children and families residing in Kalamazoo County.
We advocate for the rights of all people to experience comprehensive healthcare that is delivered through a collaborative community network focused on quality standards of care. Our aim is to decrease healthcare disparities by increasing access to care through culturally sensitive medical attention, education and outreach. We work to reflect this simple motto: "Together, we are improving quality of life by providing excellent health care to all people in an environment of dignity & respect."
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under general supervision, transports the Family Health Center’s Mobile Unit and staff to destinations throughout Kalamazoo County as determined by the Mobile Unit Manager.
HOURS: On call and as needed.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Defensively drive the vehicle safely to assigned destinations.
- Follow local and state driving laws and road regulations, including but not limited to driving within posted speed limits.
- Set up the unit to include medical and IT equipment.
- Stopping and looking for traffic at all stop signs, etc.
- Monitor traffic conditions to avoid delays.
- Read and interpret maps and GPS directions.
- Perform vehicle inspection before and after each trip, including, but not limited to, checking tires, brakes, lights, gas, fluid level, etc.
- Complete the operational checklist.
- Maintain unit repair and maintenance records.
- Immediately report any vehicle repair or maintenance needs to the Manager.
- Takes unit to designated repair shops when necessary.
- Immediately report any unsafe equipment or working conditions to the Manager.
- Immediately report any accidents or injuries to the Mobile Unit Manager.
- Allow no riders not approved by the Mobile Unit Manager.
- Observe OSHA, state, and federal safety regulations.
- Stay at the designated site and set up the unit. Ensure the environment is clean and safe.
- Greet patients in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Inform the Manager of any changes or restrictions in the driver's license.
- Maintains the general cleanliness of the vehicle.
- Provides security for the vehicle while it is parked at a destination. Observe and report suspicious activity. In some instances, serve as security.
- Must possess general rapport with children and adolescents.
- Long work hours may be indicated.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
- The employee must frequently sit and use their hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must possess own transportation.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and third-party vendors.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:
- Valid Michigan driver’s license
- Must possess a CDL B with Air Brakes license, no violations on the driving report
- High school diploma or GED
- 1-2 years prior experience driving a commercial vehicle.
- Job-related training or other education may be substituted for 1 year of experience.
Family Health Center has the right to modify the duties and functions of the job description based on the needs of the organization.