Driver-PACE, PACE Transportation, FT, Day

Prisma HealthColumbia, South Carolina

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Entry-level

Remote

On-site

Job Description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

Responsible for the safe, reliable, and compassionate transportation of participants with physical and mobility limitations. Ensures that participants are transported to and from designated locations in a timely manner while upholding the highest standards of safety, service, and dignity. Requires close interaction with participants, caregivers, and the care team to support participant-centered care.

Driver for PACE (Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly)

Essential Functions

All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
Responsible for operating specially equipped vehicles, assisting participants with varying levels of mobility, and supporting overall participant safety.
Operates vans equipped with wheelchair lifts to transport participants safely and on schedule. Assists participants with loading/unloading, operates wheelchair lifts, and secures wheelchairs and mobility devices using appropriate tie-downs.
Ensures that passengers get on and off the van safely. Respond quickly and appropriately to medical or safety emergencies following established protocols.
Responsible for maintaining established schedules, adjusts schedules to meet unanticipated changes, determines the safest and most efficient pick-up and delivery routes.
Performs daily pre- and post-trip inspections, maintain vehicle cleanliness, and promptly report maintenance or safety concerns.
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to share observations or concerns about participant safety and well-being. Communicates any changes in participant condition to team members.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.

Minimum Requirements

Education- High School diploma or equivalent OR post-high school diploma/highest degree earned
Experience- No experience required. One (1) year of experience with a frail or elderly population preferred.

In Lieu Of

Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses

A valid driver’s license; an acceptable motor vehicle record, as defined by the Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Chart.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficiency with basic computer operations, including email, and navigation of common software programs.
Advanced skills with mobile devices (smartphones and tablets), including app usage, and navigation of scheduling or communication platforms.

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Location

Richland Shirley Street

Facility

Prisma Health EMS

Department

PACE Transportation

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FAQs About Driver-PACE, PACE Transportation, FT, Day Jobs at Prisma Health

What is the work location for this position at Prisma Health?

This job at Prisma Health is located in Columbia, South Carolina, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

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What employment applies to this position at Prisma Health?

Prisma Health lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at Prisma Health?

Prisma Health is looking for a candidate with "Entry-level" experience level.

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