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NEMT Driver

Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site

$18/hr–$19/hr

Mid level

About the Role The NEMT Driver will be responsible for picking up wheelchair patients or stretcher patients using a fully loaded vehicle equipped for wheelchairs or stretchers and a GPS system. This position may work ind…

Skills: Professional Driving, Patient Transport, Customer Service, GPS Navigation, Transportation Software

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NEMT Driver

America West Medical Transportation

Santa Clara, California, United States • On-site

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  • $18/hr–$19/hr
  • Full-time
  • Posted 30d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The driver is responsible for safely transporting wheelchair and stretcher patients from their homes to medical service locations using specialized company vehicles. Key duties include utilizing transportation software, maintaining vehicle cleanliness, and providing excellent customer service to patients and families.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid state driver's license, a clean driving record, and at least 3 years of professional driving experience. Applicants must pass a drug test, health screening, and a physical agility test capable of lifting 50 pounds.

Full job description

About the Role

The NEMT Driver will be responsible for picking up wheelchair patients or stretcher patients using a fully loaded vehicle equipped for wheelchairs or stretchers and a GPS system. This position may work independently or with another teammate based on driving assignments.

What You'll Do

  • Independently run medical transportation operations in a company vehicle
  • Ensure patients are transported safely from their home to place of service and returned home safely.
  • Utilize company transportation software
  • Provide excellent customer service to patients and their families
  • Assume on-call responsibilities
  • Effectively communicate with leadership
  • Maintain vehicle cleanliness

Qualifications

  • Valid State Driver's license required
  • 3 years of professional driving experience required
  • Clean driving record (No more than 1 point)
  • Ability to successfully pass a drug test and health screening which includes alcohol, TB skin test and/or TB chest x-ray
  • Ability to pass a physical agility test
  • Ability to lift/maneuver 50 pounds
  • Fluency in speaking and understanding English, strong communication skills
  • Ability to drive to various locations
  • Professionalism
  • Ability to use apps and electronic devices

Preferred Skills

  • Bilingual language ability preferred
  • Previous wheelchair transport experience

Final pay rate is determined based on qualifications, experience, and performance, at the employer's discretion.

America West is an Affirmative Action/EEO employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants for the NEMT Driver position will be considered without discrimination.

America West is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. In accordance with applicable federal, California, and local laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, age (40 and over), military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a non-emergency medical transportation provider, certain positions may be subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, including pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing, physical qualifications, and driving record requirements, where permitted by law. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances.

Related keywords

NEMTNon-Emergency Medical TransportationWheelchair TransportStretcher TransportDOT RegulationsPatient SafetyMedical TransportationGPSProfessional DrivingHealth Screening

About America West Medical Transportation

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We improve community well-being by safely connecting people to their healthcare needs comfortably and timely.

Industry
Health and Human Services
Company size
201-500 employees
LinkedIn followers
85

At America West Medical Transportation Inc., we specialize in providing compassionate and comfortable non-emergency medical transportation services in Northern California for individuals who require gurney or wheelchair assistance. Our team of highly trained transport specialists is dedicated to ensuring the safe and seamless transport of patients to and from healthcare facilities or residences. We understand the importance of quality care and work closely with healthcare providers, patients, and families to coordinate and deliver professional services that prioritize the best interests of the patient. Our medical transportation services will safely and comfortably transport you to your destination at an affordable cost.

Health CareTransportationMedicalEmergency MedicineSocial Assistance
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About America West Medical Transportation

LinkedInVisit site

We improve community well-being by safely connecting people to their healthcare needs comfortably and timely.

Industry
Health and Human Services
Company size
201-500 employees
LinkedIn followers
85

At America West Medical Transportation Inc., we specialize in providing compassionate and comfortable non-emergency medical transportation services in Northern California for individuals who require gurney or wheelchair assistance. Our team of highly trained transport specialists is dedicated to ensuring the safe and seamless transport of patients to and from healthcare facilities or residences. We understand the importance of quality care and work closely with healthcare providers, patients, and families to coordinate and deliver professional services that prioritize the best interests of the patient. Our medical transportation services will safely and comfortably transport you to your destination at an affordable cost.

Health CareTransportationMedicalEmergency MedicineSocial Assistance
View all jobs at America West Medical Transportation

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