Wheelchair Van NEMT Driver HarborCare Mobility LLC Providence, RI Job Details Part-time | Full-time $26 - $32 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Company car On-the-job training Safety equipment provided Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Qualifications Passenger loading and unloading procedures Wheelchair mobility assistance Driver's License First aid and CPR Full Job Description HarborCare Mobility LLC is a growing Rhode Island non-emergency medical transportation company preparing to provide ambulatory and wheelchair-accessible transportation throughout its service area. We are seeking a dependable and compassionate Wheelchair Van NEMT Driver who takes passenger safety seriously and understands the additional responsibility involved in transporting individuals using wheelchairs and mobility devices. This is an early-stage position with growth potential. Hours will initially follow booked transportation demand and recurring routes. As HarborCare's contracted, facility and private-pay transportation grows, strong team members may have opportunities for increased and more consistent hours.

Responsibilities include:

operating a company-owned wheelchair-accessible vehicle; safely deploying and securing the wheelchair ramp; properly positioning and securing wheelchairs and mobility devices using the vehicle's approved securement system; properly securing passengers; performing pre-trip safety checks; assisting passengers respectfully and safely; maintaining communication with dispatch; completing trip documentation; maintaining vehicle cleanliness; and following all HarborCare, DPUC and broker safety requirements.

Requirements:

valid driver's license and acceptable 3-year DMV driving history; ability to pass required criminal/background screening; current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain before transporting passengers; Rhode Island DPUC Hackney Operator's License/Blue Card or ability to obtain one before beginning passenger transportation; ability to meet MTM Health credentialing and training requirements if assigned MTM trips; ability and willingness to complete hands-on wheelchair securement/passenger-assistance training and demonstrate competency before independently transporting wheelchair passengers; reliable smartphone; excellent attendance and punctuality; professional communication skills; and ability to safely perform the physical duties associated with wheelchair transportation. Wheelchair/NEMT experience is strongly preferred, but HarborCare will consider a highly dependable candidate with relevant passenger transportation, healthcare, senior-care, disability-services or professional driving experience who can successfully complete all required training and credentialing. HarborCare provides the wheelchair-accessible company vehicle, commercial insurance, fuel, required vehicle equipment and dispatch system. We're building the team from the beginning. We want someone who isn't simply looking for the next driving gig, but who would like the opportunity to become a trusted member of HarborCare as our routes, partnerships and fleet grow.

Pay:

$26.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company car Flexible schedule On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Safety equipment provided People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

On the road