Patient Driver - Community Connection

Patient Driver at Providence Seaside Hospital

Full Time and Day shift

POSITION

PURPOSE:

Provide transportation, companionship, and assistance to program-eligible clients. This includes transportation within Clatsop County, as well as driving clients to Portland or Longview medical appointments as necessary. Back up the Volunteer Coordinator in the Volunteer Services office as needed.

NATURE AND SCOPE:
Providence Seaside Hospital provides and coordinates the Partners for Seniors program. The program provides support for community members who may have personal limitations, so that they can maintain their independence. The Volunteer Coordinator takes client information and assigns a driver to the ride or task. The Driver will transport clients or perform companionship or assistance tasks as assigned, in such a way that the client feels dignified and cared for.

Having a passion for serving the elderly and the needy is a major plus.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Seaside Hospital and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required qualifications:

• Upon request:
  Driving may be necessary as part of this role. Caregivers are required to comply with all state laws and requirements for driving. Caregivers will be expected to provide proof of driver license and auto insurance upon request.
• 5 years Driving experience.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience transporting clients.

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Accepting a new position at another facility that is part of the Providence family of organizations may change your current benefits. Changes in benefits, including paid time-off, happen for various reasons. These reasons can include changes of Legal Employer, FTE, Union, location, time-off plan policies, availability of health and welfare benefit plan offerings, and other various reasons.