Emserv Driver

Job description

Driver
Department:
Emergency Services
Job Summary
Responds as dispatched in a timely manner to load, transport, and unload patients who require nonemergency transport respectfully and safely. Operate the wheelchair van in a safe efficient and orderly manner while on duty.
Core Duties:
• Plan and prioritize daily work to maximize productivity and efficiently manage time.
• Provide leadership and guidance for students and new employees.
• Performs duties in an independent manner with little or no direct supervision but seeks guidance when appropriate.

Education and Experience
• Prefer High School or equivalent.
• Current MSDL.
• Current CPR Certification (can be obtained after initial hire but must be maintained during employment).
• Positive Team Attitude

Contacts:
Physicians, nurses, other hospital departments, coworkers, other ambulance services, students.
Decision Making:
In conjunction with Supervisor, Dispatch, and other staff decisions that are in the best interest of the patient and their well-being should be made.
Physical Assessment:
Walking on various terrains, lifting large amounts of weight from equipment and patients, pushing/pulling/ and loading/unloading stretchers, operating medical equipment.
Exposure Classifications:
High exposure risk