Description
POSITION SUMMARYThe Gurney Van Driver will operate a gurney van equipped to provide nonemergency transport of mobility- impairedindividuals to and from hospitals, convalescent facilities, private homes, dialysis units, doctor’s offices, rehabilitationcenters, etc. in a safe and timely manner.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Picks up patients at home or other facility. Provides the assistance required to safely board patients and caregivers. Operates Stryker gurney as needed for safe and comfortable patient transportation. On arrival at medical facility, assists patients in exiting the van and reaching the proper offices or treatment areas. Checks the van to ensure that no personal items are left behind. Provides first-aid or CPR if required during patient transport. Immediately notifies emergency staff and dispatcher if skilled assistance is required. Completes reports at the end of a shift. Immediately reports traffic accidents to dispatcher, requesting police or ambulance service as needed. Assists injured persons from first-aid kit until these services arrive. Completes company accident reports. Checks all equipment for future readiness, maintains van in operable condition, ensures van cleanliness and orderlinessof equipment and supplies, decontaminates vehicle interior after each transport. Completes a thorough vehicle maintenance inspection prior to vehicle operation. Maintains positive behaviors, attitudes and commitments to interpersonal service in regard to customer, visitors, and coworkers. Performs related duties as assigned by management, supervisor, or dispatch.REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES: Possession of the patience and tact necessary for contacts with patients, both adult and children, and their caregivers. Must be reliable and capable of working independently and remaining calm in case of emergency.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Must hold a currently valid driver's license and have an excellent driving record. Fluency in English required. Depending on assigned area, knowledge of Spanish would be helpful. Satisfactory completion of a company training program in passenger assistance techniques, sensitivity training, and map reading, or demonstrated competence based on previous employment experience. Satisfactory completion of CPR training provided by a local emergency medical training facility or a certificate indicating prior successful completion of such training.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift, push, pull, and position patients frequently. Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs. without assistance. Ability to perform considerable reaching, stooping, and bending. Hearing and vision abilities within normal range (corrected) to drive safely and to observe and communicate withpatients. Regular exposure to injuries and illness. Frequent need to handle emergency or crisis situations. Exposure to a variety of weather conditions. Occasional exposure to the risk of bloodborne diseases. 
