Overview ​

PURPOSE STATEMENT

​Responsible for safely transporting patients to and from appointments, activity trips, airport shuttle service and other special events. Responsibilities ​

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

​Oversee all aspects of the transportation department including logistics. ​Allocate transport shift activity, ensuring appropriate staff are available to meet planned activity levels. ​Ensure facility vehicles are in proper repair at all times, communicating safety and other concerns timely and clearly to the appropriate staff. ​Coordinate daily and any on-call schedules to meet patient transportation needs. ​Respond and adhere to "on call" schedule as required. ​Maintain vehicle maintenance schedules and ensure maintenance is completed as required. ​Maintain vehicle log(s) and report maintenance issues to appropriate facility staff. ​Complete all transportation documentation accurately and timely. ​Schedule drivers for appropriate runs. ​Drive facility vehicle to pick up supplies and equipment as needed. ​Maintain safe transportation practices in accordance with regulatory standards. ​Hire, orient, train, schedule and supervise transportation staff if applicable. ​Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. ​

OTHER FUNCTIONS

​Perform other functions and tasks as assigned. Qualifications ​

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

​High school diploma or equivalent required. ​One or more years' experience in a similar position required. ​One or more years' experience in building maintenance preferred. ​ ​

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS

​Valid State Driver's License required. ​CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). ​First aid may be required based on state or facility. ​ We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws. BGIBR