Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION OBJECTIVE/SUMMARY:

The Transportation Driver is responsible for transporting patients to and from appointments by driving and maintaining a non-emergency medical transportation vehicle in the Los Angeles County area.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION:

• At least 2 years transportation driver experience in a healthcare environment or related field.
• Must have a valid have Class B Driver License (State of California Department of Motor

Vehicle).

• A valid Bus Driver Certificate (State California Department of Transportation) and/or

demonstrated the ability meet physical examination requirements.

• Good written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organized, detailed oriented, problem solving skills, and the ability to work independently.
• The ability to work additional hours and special projects as needed to ensure clients are transported to the assigned destination according to established guidelines.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for transporting client/staff via company vehicle to assigned designation (i.e., resident, other healthcare facilities, court, etc.) as assigned.
• Maintain accurate vehicle trip-tickets which are turned into the Transportation Supervisor or Director, on a daily basis for filing and reference as required.
• Comply with State of California reporting requirements in the event of any vehicle accident; make immediate telephone contact with the Support Services Director for further instructions and prepare an Incident Report upon immediate return to the Agency for submission to the Support Services Director and Chief Operating Officer, Administrative Services, according to established guidelines.
• Contact Transportation Services and/or Switchboard Operator in advance (daily) of morning assignment to confirm any cancellations.
• Communicate with Transportation Services from each assignment to the Agency (in advance) for possible re-routing/scheduling instructions.
• May be required to assist in other transportation services (special request) which may

include; other facilities/Agencies, post office, county offices, vendor pick-up/deliveries,

employee transportation etc.

• Report vehicle service needs requiring professional assistance to the Supervisor or Director, in a timely manner and follow-up as necessary to ensure vehicle safety and reliability.
• Must comply with all federal, state, Agency, and other regulatory body required relating

passenger safety policies/procedures.

• Vehicle maintenance duties include: inspect vehicle for safety/repair deficiencies and report status to supervisor daily, ensure vehicle is cleaned and fueled by the end of daily work shift, ensure vehicle is parked in assigned area, doors/windows are locked accordingly.
• Practice confidentiality in all client, employee, and management related matters.
• Assist in preserving Kedren’s mission, goals, and objectives; and help management in

establishing its internal service delivery goals and objectives that are consistent with the

organization’s public service mission statement.

• Participate in the fundraising activities of Kedren.
• Assist in other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Note that hours may vary.

Competencies:

• Traffic Laws and Regulations - Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of laws and regulations of the streets and highways that pertain to driving.
• Environmental Conditions – Understand the natural forces that affect driving.
• Consumer Awareness – Demonstrate knowledge and decision making skills needed to be an effective consumer.
• Compliance – Ensures compliance and examines patient information to insure that they comply with company and industry regulations, and service policies and procedures.
• Equipment Management – Assesses equipment performance, identifies improvement opportunities, implements performance improvement; schedules routine or preventative maintenance with vendors.
• Flexibility – Exhibits openness to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; effectively deals with ambiguity.
• Professionalism – Thinks carefully about the likely effect on others of one’s words, actions, appearance, and mode of behavior. Selects the words or actions most like to have the desired effect on the individual or group in question. Demonstrates respectful and effective relationships with colleagues and clients and their families.

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