Wheelchair Van Driver

Overview Wheelchair Van Driver UnityPoint Health -

Allen Shift:

PRN as needed Responsible for transporting ambulatory and non-ambulatory persons (in wheelchairs) via a wheelchair van. Interact professionally with other healthcare professionals, disabled, disadvantaged, sick and injured persons. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.

Here are just a few:

Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Safely maintain and operate a wheelchair van while in compliance withall laws and requirements pertaining to the operation of the vehicle andadheres to safety rules and practices. Secures all passengers in the van per Hospital Passenger Securementpolicy. Provide door-through-door pick-up and drop-off for all customers. Determine and adjust transport routes based on real-time conditions,patient needs, and scheduling priorities. Complete daily vehicle and equipment inspections. Assists individuals or maneuvers wheelchairs on and off the vehicle. Documents required information per transport. Adheres to all traffic regulations. Ensures that seat belts, hook-ups, and harnesses are in working orderand secure on all mobility devices as appropriate. Reports any maintenance problems in writing. Keeps vehicle interiorclean. Reports accidents and incidents in writing as instructed and asnecessary. Performs other related duties as required Demonstrate initiative to improve quality and customer service by strivingto exceed customer expectations.

Qualifications Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Licensure/Certification:

Current Iowa D3 Chauffeur License BLS (will be obtained during training)

Experience:

Customer service experience; previous driving experience preferred

Other:

Local geographical knowledge and ability to operate GPS device Must be able to work with minimal supervision and assume responsibility for timely completion of assigned functions. Must be able to communicate effectively with people of a diverse professional, educational, and cultural background.