What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver --Non Emergency position at Non-Emergency Transportation Services?
As a driver, you will operate company vehicles (including sedans, wheelchair vans / ambulettes]) to transport elderly, disabled, or mobility-challenged passengers. This is more than just a driving job—it is a specialized service focused on safety, patience, and high-quality customer care.
Key Responsibilities
- Safe Transport: Drive passengers safely and efficiently to and from medical facilities, sticking to scheduled route times.
- Passenger Assistance: Provide door to door assistance. Safely assist, secure, and transport passengers using wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids.
- Vehicle Readiness: Complete daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections. Maintain cleanliness inside and outside the vehicle.
- Digital Logging: Properly log trip details, pickup times, and mileage.
- Professional Care: Treat every passenger with the utmost respect, empathy, and patience.
Required Qualifications & Skills.
- Driving Record: Valid Ohio driver’s license with a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and no recent major violations. Previous NEMT driving experience prefered.
- Age Requirement: Must be at least 25 years old
- Background Checks: Must pass a comprehensive criminal background check (BCI), sex offender registry check, and database screenings.
- Drug Screening: Willingness to pass a pre-employment drug test and participate in random drug screening programs.
- Physical Ability: Able to lift, push, and pull up to 50/70 pounds, and comfortably secure wheelchairs.
- Certifications: Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification (or a willingness to complete training before your first shift).
Salary : $19 - $20