What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem Driver - Tri-County Health Mobile position at Tri-County Community Action Agency?
TITLE: Per Diem Driver – Tri-County Health Mobile
Location: Johnston, RI with travel to community sites across the service area
Schedule: Per Diem, Thursdays with additional weekdays TBD. Occasional evening and/or weekend shifts may be available.
Department: Health Center
REPORTS TO: Practice Manager, Health Mobile Coordinator, Health Center Director, COO, and CEO
About Tri-County Health Center: Tri-County Health Center is a leading provider of health and social services serving Johnston, Smithfield, North Providence and surrounding areas, dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families through compassionate, community-based care. Our Tri-County Health Mobile is an innovative RV-style medical unit designed to bring primary care directly to underserved communities across the state.
Position Summary: We are seeking a responsible, experienced Per Diem Driver to operate the Tri-County Health Mobile. The Health Mobile is deployed to community organizations, events, and partner locations, where our clinical team provides on-site primary care services.
Required Qualifications:
- Ability to safely operate and transport the Mobile Health Unit to designated locations.
- Ability to comply with all federal, state, and local transportation regulations.
- Must have a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a clean driving record.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience driving large vehicles, such as a bus or RV (RV preferred).
- Ability to perform routine maintenance and inspections, including checking fluid levels, tire pressure, and generator functionality.
- Ability to troubleshoot and perform minor repairs related to the unit’s generator, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or other systems to ensure safe operations while unit is deployed.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Comfortable working in a healthcare environment, with the ability to maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks, such as loading and unloading equipment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate the mobile health unit safely and efficiently, adhering to all traffic and safety regulations, to and from designated locations in the service area.
- Ensure the vehicle is fueled, clean, and ready for deployment each day.
- Perform pre- and post-trip inspections, reporting any mechanical or maintenance issues promptly.
- Respond to minor roadside issues and coordinate professional repairs or towing when needed.
- Ensure the interior of the mobile unit remains organized and presentable and assist with proper setup and breakdown of the unit at each location, including stabilizing and securing the vehicle, and identifying any potential safety hazards in the parking area.
- Assist healthcare staff with the operation of onboard equipment and patient accessibility. Must be able to operate the wheelchair lift.
- Assist healthcare staff with loading and unloading equipment, which may require lifting and bending.
- Manage the vehicle’s logistics, including route planning to ensure timely arrival at service locations.
- Maintain accurate records of vehicle mileage, fuel usage and maintenance.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to facilitate patient services in various communities.
- Attend mandatory training and staff meetings as required.
- Support the mission of Tri- County Community Action Agency and the Health Center within the community when attending events.
Work Schedule Demands:
Flexible schedule with a minimum commitment of one shift per month, not exceeding 40 hours a week.
Application Process: Please visit our website at www.tricountyri.org to view our current openings. Click on the Job Opportunities link on the bottom of the page; click on “To view all available employment opportunities, click HERE”.
Tri-County Community Action Agency is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Tri-County is committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, limited English proficiency (LEP), gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
