Healthcare Experience Transport Driver wanted for Medical Runs for Elderly Patient

PostJobMatches By WorkStaff USA is a leading staffing agency in the job placement industry, providing top-notch professionals to facilities across the country. Our team of experienced recruiters work together to match the best candidates with the right job opportunities. Today our client is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Transportation Specialist to provide safe and reliable transportation for frail, nursing home eligible seniors to the PACE center, medical appointments, and offsite activities. This role plays a critical part in supporting the participants' care plan and ensuring their safety and well-being. READ ENTIRELY BEFORE APPLYING, MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE* Key Responsibilities:
Transport participants to and from the center, offsite activities, and specialist appointments.
Partner closely with the transportation coordinator and IDT to observe and report changes in participants' physical and psycho-social status.
Ensure participant safety when entering, within, and exiting the vehicle.
Maintain vehicle and equipment quality by providing consistent maintenance.
Conduct pre-inspection of assigned vehicles before use, reporting any defects to the transportation coordinator.
Assist center staff during downtime, escorting participants between activities and rooms, cleaning after events, supporting with activities. Schedule and Shift Details:
This is a full-time role with a 40-hour work week. On-call schedule
may be assigned. Travel:
Los Angeles, California
This role is expected to be onsite 5x/week Qualifications
High School/GED
2+ years of experience in ALL of the following:
Experience already with Transporting Elderly Participants
Experience in operating wheelchair lift or wheelchair procurement process
ALL of the following valid licenses/certifications:
Car Insurance
Must also have a Class B drivers license in California (CA)
Clean Driving Record (yes)
Have you applied or worked for Health in the last 12 months? (no)
Have you spoken to a recruiter by phone about this role? (yes)
Do you live in LA or willing to commute every day to LA? (yes)
Have you worked for a nursing home, assisted living or for any healthcare entity involving elderly participants as a Driver? (yes) Preferred
Experience in non-emergency transportation or public transportation (1+ years)
Valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS)
Do you have any experience working for a PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) model? (yes) Benefits:
401k with Employer match
Your choice of 6 medical plans, with premium coverage of up to 80% for employees and 75% for all dependents Dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, short- and long-term disability coverage's
PTO starting at 20 days per year; plus 12 paid holidays per year, and 2 floating holidays per year
Generous CME/CEU budget and time off, and professional development opportunities
One-time stipend towards setting up your home office (for remote or hybrid roles)
Family friendly policies, including paid new parent leave!
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 21.00 24.00 Per Hour