Medical Transportation Driver Job Gainesville area,Florida USA,Transportation

WE’RE WAITING TO HEAR FROM YOU. COME JOIN OUR FAMILY AND GROW YOUR CAREER WITH US!

Our team is only as strong as each individual contributor – which is why we focus our energy on hiring people who are friendly, hardworking and have a true passion for serving older adults.

After all, residents aren’t guests in our community; we’re working in their home.

Are you a safe, dependable driver who enjoys helping seniors? We are looking for a compassionate Medical Transportation Driver to provide residents with a comfortable, positive experience while traveling to and from medical appointments.

This position is about more than driving—it is about offering patience, reassurance, and outstanding customer service during every interaction.

Position Title:

Medical Transportation Driver

Overview:

The Medical Transportation Driver transports residents in company provided vehicles to and from medical appointments. Medical Transportation Drivers will also assist as needed with resident transportation in scheduled activities. Reports to the Transportation Supervisor.

Full-Time Openings:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Transport residents in company vehicle to and from medical appointments
Physically assist residents into and out of vehicles
Ability to lift wheelchairs and/or walkers into company vehicles when assisting passengers on and off buses/vehicles
Obey all traffic laws and report violations to management immediately
Adhere to strict schedule to provide timely service to residents
Ability to transport residents to doctor appointments in an 8 or 16 passenger bus (as needed)
Ability to communicate with elderly citizens in a respectful and patient manner
Ability to remain calm and use good judgment in stressful or serious situations
Promote and maintain professional image of The Village
Knowledge concerning the location of physician / dental and medical offices
Maintain cleanliness of company owned vehicles
Adheres to company policies and procedures
Attend departmental education and all required in-service training/education
Maintain confidentiality of resident/family and facility information
Respond to all fire alarms and assist in the evacuation of residents when needed
Represent the organization through professional demeanor and attitude
Provide quality customer service in all interactions with residents, guests and staff
Report any incidents and/or safety concerns to your supervisor immediately
Perform other duties as required

CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE:

Ability to drive all company vehicles
Ability to operate wheelchair restraints, lifts, and ramps on passenger buses
Punctuality with residents’ appointments
Patient and pleasant demeanor
Ability to physically assist residents into and out of vehicles
Ability to work under stress in a calm positive manner
Excellent interpersonal skills
Able to work well with others, including staff, supervisor, residents, families, volunteers and the public

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires prolonged sitting and driving
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds assisting residents with packages, wheelchairs, walkers in and out of vehicles
Physically assist residents in and out of vehicles using both arms and back to steady and support

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Clean and fully functioning vehicles
some exposure to changing weather conditions when moving to and from buildings and vehicles
Requires prolonged sitting and driving

You Have:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
CPR & first aid certification
Valid Florida Commercial Driving License:
Class “C” or higher and passenger endorsement preferred
Safe driving record and insurable under the company automobile insurance policy

We Have:

Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life and disability insurance
Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, 401K plan with…