Driver

Ambulance Driver

JOB SUMMARY

Provides direct patient care in accordance with company protocols and/or online medical direction. Assists with the coverage of open shifts as needed in the assigned area.
This position is responsible for driving an ambulance and/or wheelchair van to transport patients to and from health care facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Transport/drive patients to and from hospitals, medical facilities and/or places of residence as directed safely and in a timely manner.
* Complete Mechanical Checklist on the transport vehicle at the beginning of each shift, report mechanical issues to the Operations Supervisor and Fleet Services department.
* Ensure all onboard equipment is in good working order at the beginning of each shift, report any equipment issues to the Operations Supervisor.
* Know and use Standard Codes during radio transmissions.
* Utilize mapping devices to locate and navigate to hospitals, medical facilities, and patient residential addresses.
* Complete a Trip Sheet fully recording all details of each transport provided.
* Ensure transport vehicle is fueled, cleaned inside and outside, and restocked daily.
* Foster and maintain excellent working relationships with all internal and facility staff.
* Arrive for duty appropriately groomed and in the proper work dress/uniform
* Complete all required/assigned Company training
* Adhere to and comply with all company and information systems security policies and procedures
* Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Prior health care facility, mortuary, or Medical Examiner's office
experience preferred.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent GED

Skills:
* Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
* Ability to work with and operate wheelchairs, both motorized and non-motorized.
* Ability to safely operate proper wheelchair securing devices.
* Ability to safely operate wheelchair van loading and unloading devices.
* Ability to utilize proper personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to Bloodborne or Airborne Pathogens.
* Working knowledge of radio communication equipment.
* Considerable knowledge of geography of the business area and the location of roads and streets.
* Working knowledge of necessary supplies and equipment used.

Credentials/Licenses: Valid Driver's License and MVR in compliance with Company
Requirements. Obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.

Why Choose AMR? AMR is one of Global Medical Response's (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com. Learn how our values are at the core of our services and vital to how we approach care and check out our comprehensive benefit options at GlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers.

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

Company Benefits: Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our benefit options.