Driver (Wheelchair Van) Paratransit

Driver (Wheelchair Van) Paratransit Freedom EMS

• 3.8 Melrose Park, IL Job Details Part-time | Full-time $17
• $20 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications CPR Certification Load securement Driver's License Performing background checks Defensive driving Full Job Description About us Freedom EMS Driver, Wheelchair Van, Medicar, transportation, Paratransit Driver•$18•20 an hour for Full-Time $17•19 an hour for Part-Time.

(We provide vehicles, equipment and training) Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Exhibit safe and defensive driving skills Driving both wheelchair and non-wheelchair patients to and from appointments Proper wheelchair use and securement Provide passenger assistance at entries and exits Be able to lift at least 50 lbs. Must be able to push patients weighing up to 300 lbs. in a wheelchair and use ramps Open and close doors for customers

Perform:

Curb to Curb, Door to Door and Door through Door transports Maintain and follow HIPPA compliance Complete accident and/or incident reports We transport patients to and from dialysis centers, skilled care facilities, hospitals, medical facilities and their homes. Must be responsible, trustworthy and great with people.

Must have:

Valid driver's license Good driving record (Our insurance will need to approve you) Be at least 21 years old Background checks will be required Must be able to pass DOT physical and Drug test CPR Certification is also required, but we can provide the certification We are a Veteran owned company that makes hiring our Veterans a priority (although you do not need to be a Veteran to apply or be hired) and we are an equal opportunity employer.

• This Full-time position qualifies for: Up to $20 an hour Group Health Plan (with dental and vision available
• We pay 50% of employee medical premium Life Insurance 401k with company match PTO (Paid Time Off) Paid Sick Days Overtime available upon request Uniform shirts provided Work lounge Beautiful Vans and equipment Best PPE available with strict onsite daily decontamination Our company is known for our outstanding culture and positive treatment of employees.

Plenty of room for advancement into management positions as we continue to grow too!

FREEDOM EMS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Freedom EMS provided the following inclusive hiring information: We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. Veteran-led organization

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$17.00

• $20.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Paid training Retirement plan

Experience:

Paratransit/Medicar:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person