Stretcher Driver - NEMT (CDL Not Required) Candidates will be responsible for driving patients to doctor's appointments, physical therapy, and other non-emergency related visits daily. Drivers must have driver's license, a working smartphone, a clean MVR, and willing to take a drug test and undergo a background check. Also, willing to travel to all counties in SC Upstate. No prior skills nor High School Diploma are required. We will train the drivers in wheelchair restraints and stretcher securement. Drivers must be teachable, reliable, and available to work flexible hours. Must be able to lift 50-75 lbs. Qualifications Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening, MVR screening, & background check Must be patient during necessary contact with clients, and their caregivers Must be reliable, capable of working with an assistant and remain calm in the event of an emergency Must be able to drive for extended periods of time and long-distance trips while maintaining company standards Must have reliable transportation to and from work Must be capable of driving in inclement weather Responsibilities Drivers will operate company-provided vehicles and adhere to a flexible schedule that includes rotating weekends With the assistance of a partner, transport passengers via stretcher to medical appointments and/or discharging from hospital Pick up clients at home or other living facility Provide the assistance required to safely board clients and caregivers With the assistance of a partner, transfer passengers from hospital bed to stretcher following company procedures Ensure passengers are properly secured with a 5-point harness and secure stretcher into the vehicle On arrival at the medical facility, bring the patient to the designated appointment and transfer from stretcher to facility bed and ensure facility staff members have received custody of passenger When assigned wheelchair transports, ensure passengers are properly secured in vehicle by following company provided securement procedures and proper hand off at facility is completed Maintain cleanliness of vehicle’s interior/exterior through company’s car wash membership Follow company safety and operational policies and procedures Ability to operate mobile devices, company email, various software and operate company GPS units Perform pre/post-vehicle inspection and maintenance checks via company software Follow safety protocol during loading and unloading procedures Communicate transport details with dispatch in a dynamic environment Possess a friendly and courteous attitude when transporting clients Other functions may be assigned as necessary Physical Requirements Must demonstrate the ability to lift patient on stretcher, with assistance. Must demonstrate the ability to move patient from bed to stretcher, with assistance. Must demonstrate the ability to transfer patient on stretcher, with assistance. Compensation/Benefits Hourly wages starting from $16-$17/hr. Consistent overtime opportunities Discretionary bonus opportunities Company provided vehicle, fuel card and maintenance. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week Benefits: Flexible schedule Schedule: Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Application Question(s): Are you comfortable with working with a partner, in a team setting? Are you comfortable with working with elderly and /or disabled individuals? Why would you be a good fit for this job? Are you able to assist in lifting, transferring patients? Ability to Commute: Greenville, SC (Preferred) Work Location: On the road
Salary: $17 - $18 an hour
Employment Type: Part-time
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