Weekend Patient Transport Driver - Safe, Compassionate Care

Patient Transport Driver - Weekends PRN

Clear Sky Health

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve.

The Transportation Driver is responsible for transporting patients and/or equipment to and from various outside appointments, clinics, nursing facilities, hospitals, or other ancillary locations via hospital-owned vehicle. This position must integrate company values into daily practice.

Schedule:

Saturday and Sunday 10am–6pm, addt'l PRN possible.

• Transports patients in a safe and professional manner.
• Assures vehicles are clean and in working order. Responsible for cleaning the inside of the van utilizing appropriate chemicals between patients.
• Communicates with various hospital staff to receive relevant data and instructions.
• Inspects vehicle prior to daily usage for safe and comfortable patient transport. Reports vehicle concerns timely.
• Assists with transferring and balancing patients. Ensures patients’ physical and overall comfort.
• Follows all patient safety and vehicle safety requirements. Knows what PPE to apply to patient and driver prior to transport.
• Notifies proper staff regarding changes in condition or behavior of patient.
• May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.
• Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Assesses risks and implements appropriate precautions. Complies with approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.
• Maintains regular attendance in keeping with assigned work schedule.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization.

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Six months van transport experience preferred.

• Must maintain an acceptable driving record, current class‑specific driver’s license, and insurability.
• Driving record must meet the standards of the Transportation Policy.
• Must be willing to complete a pre‑hire UA which includes THC screening.

• Demonstrates proficiency using the machines, tools, equipment, and/or work aids appropriate for the position.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
• Ability to maintain quality, Infection Prevention, and safety standards.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Effective organizational and time‑management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, compassionate and understanding.

• A significant amount of sitting, driving, and reaching, often for prolonged periods of time.
• Both gross and precise motor functions.
• Lifting/exerting up to 50 lbs.
• Possible exposure to bodily fluids.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and a computer keyboard.
• Close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to hear overhead pages.