Driver – Wheelchair Van Services

Overview

The Alternate Transport Service (ATS)- Driver is responsible for the operation of the non-medical transportation vehicle and the transportation of wheelchair bound patients. The Driver must have a working knowledge of how a wheelchair works, how to move a patient in a wheelchair and how to properly load and secure a wheelchair, with patient, in the vehicle. Additionally, the Driver is responsible for the daily inspection and minor maintenance of the vehicle.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Inspects the wheelchair vehicle at the beginning and the end of the shift according to established procedures.

· Completes vehicle check-off during each shift.

· Reports needed repairs, etc., to supervisor and/or other support personnel.

· Is responsible for the safe transport of patients and riders.

· Responsible for maintaining an accurate log of daily transports.

· Responsible for the completion of paperwork for each transport which may include paper or computer based forms.

· Responsible for the collection of payments when so indicated. Will generate a receipt for payment and submit     payment with paperwork, at the end of the shift, to the supervisor and/or designee.

· Responsible for a full knowledge of the vehicle’s equipment and its proper use at all times.

· Upon completion of a call, is responsible for placing the vehicle back into service.

· Is responsible for radio/phone communication from the field (vehicle) to the Communications Center.

· Responsible for assisting with departmental orientation new employees.

· Respects and holds in confidence all information of a confidential nature obtained in the course of professional work unless required by company policies/procedures to divulge such information.

· Adheres to standards of personal ethics which reflect credit upon the position.

· Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

High school completion or GED

AHA Basic Life Support Provider or accepted equivalent

About Us

Lake Guntersville, a mountain-lakes jewel, is located approximately 30 miles from metro Huntsville – and is home to Marshall Medical Centers.

Marshall Medical Centers, an affiliate of the Huntsville Hospital Health System, serves the residents of Marshall County and the surrounding area (population approximately 125,000). With two hospitals, eight outpatient locations and a highly-trained team of physicians practicing 28 specialties, Marshall Medical is a confident, convenient choice for local healthcare. Residents can remain close to home and receive excellent care – often provided by those who are neighbors and friends.

Marshall Medical Center South is a 150-bed hospital in Boaz, Alabama, and opened in 1956. Marshall Medical Center North, in Guntersville, opened in 1990 – and – is a 90-bed facility. In addition to the two hospitals, the Gary R. Gore Medical Complex is conveniently located mid-county and is home to several outpatient clinics and a 22,000 square foot comprehensive Cancer Care Center.

Named by the Joint Commission as a “Top Quality Performer” among America’s hospitals, Marshall Medical Centers’ patients can be assured they are being treated in an environment where a premium is placed on quality and best practices.