Driver, Wheelchair Van Services, Marshall Medical Centers, PRN

Job description

Overview
The Alternate Transport Service (ATS)- Driver is responsible for the operation of the non-medical transportation vehicle and the transportation of wheelchair bound patients. The Driver must have a working knowledge of how a wheelchair works, how to move a patient in a wheelchair and how to properly load and secure a wheelchair, with patient, in the vehicle. Additionally, the Driver is responsible for the daily inspection and minor maintenance of the vehicle.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Inspects the wheelchair vehicle at the beginning and the end of the shift according to established procedures.
• Completes vehicle check-off during each shift.
• Reports needed repairs, etc., to supervisor and/or other support personnel.
• Is responsible for the safe transport of patients and riders.
• Responsible for maintaining an accurate log of daily transports.
• Responsible for the completion of paperwork for each transport which may include paper or computer based forms.
• Responsible for the collection of payments when so indicated. Will generate a receipt for payment and submit payment with paperwork, at the end of the shift, to the supervisor and/or designee.
• Responsible for a full knowledge of the vehicle’s equipment and its proper use at all times.
• Upon completion of a call, is responsible for placing the vehicle back into service.
• Is responsible for radio/phone communication from the field (vehicle) to the Communications Center.
• Responsible for assisting with departmental orientation new employees.
• Respects and holds in confidence all information of a confidential nature obtained in the course of professional work unless required by company policies/procedures to divulge such information.
• Adheres to standards of personal ethics which reflect credit upon the position.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications
EDUCATION:
High school completion or GED
AHA Basic Life Support Provider or accepted equivalent
About Us
Lake Guntersville, a mountain-lakes jewel, is located approximately 30 miles from metro Huntsville – and is home to Marshall Medical Centers.
Marshall Medical Centers , an affiliate of the Huntsville Hospital Health System, serves the residents of Marshall County and the surrounding area (population approximately 125,000). With two hospitals, eight outpatient locations and a highly-trained team of physicians practicing 28 specialties, Marshall Medical is a confident, convenient choice for local healthcare. Residents can remain close to home and receive excellent care – often provided by those who are neighbors and friends.
Marshall Medical Center South is a 150-bed hospital in Boaz, Alabama, and opened in 1956. Marshall Medical Center North , in Guntersville, opened in 1990 – and – is a 90-bed facility. In addition to the two hospitals, the Gary R. Gore Medical Complex is conveniently located mid-county and is home to several outpatient clinics and a 22,000 square foot comprehensive Cancer Care Center.
Named by the Joint Commission as a “Top Quality Performer” among America’s hospitals, Marshall Medical Centers’ patients can be assured they are being treated in an environment where a premium is placed on quality and best practices.