Driver-PACE

Overview

Driver

PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly)

Monday-Friday 8 : 00AM-4 : 30PM

Full Time Benefits

Under the supervision of the PACE Transportation / Facility Manager is responsible for providing transportation services utilizing agency vehicle for Siouxland PACE participants according to assigned routes / appointment schedules. Provide supportive services to ensure the safety of our frail elderly participants. Provides supply / equipment delivery services as needed.

Why UnityPoint Health

At UnityPoint Health you matter. Were proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Beckers Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities no matter what life stage youre in. Here are just a few :

• Expect paid time off parental leave 401K matching and an employee recognition program .
• Dental and health insurance paid holidays short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Transporting PACE Participants

Maintain safe driving record. At all times driver is to follow and obey all traffic laws.

Maintain working knowledge of transportation routes in Bettendorf and surrounding communities within the PACE service area.

Accurately follow the transportation schedule / directions to ensure Participants arrive at scheduled appointments on time.

Follow safety procedures at all times related to utilization of seat belts and securing wheelchairs and other durable medical equipment on the vehicle.

Maintain working knowledge of physical mental and social needs of the frail elderly population.

Proceed on assignments in a timely fashion with limited supervision.

Problem solve and plan effectively.

Be able to identify and respond to medical emergencies by : Calling PACE for help initiating basic first aid calling EMS (911).

Requires after-hours on-call rotation.

Customer Service

Assist PACE Participants safely in / out of PACE vehicle and to / from homes / PACE Center / medical offices in the manner necessary to meet their individual needs (pushing wheelchairs assisting with ambulation using gait belt as needed assisting up / down steps assisting with transfers etc)

Report any changes in the participants home conditions or health status to the Transportation Coordinator(s) or to other appropriate staff person as procedures indicate.

Utilize effective verbal and written communication skills when working with Participants PACE staff and contracted providers in the community.

Provide a pleasant and comfortable environment where Participants feel safe and welcome.

Work independently as well as collaboratively with the PACE team and contracted providers.

Vehicle Maintenance

Maintain vehicle in good operating condition : clean fueled perform daily safety checks.

Monitor vehicle maintenance and report maintenance / repair needs to Transportation Manager.

Qualifications

Education

High School Graduate OR GED required OR equivalent work experience.

License(s) / Certification(s)

Maintains current CPR status

Maintains current Mandatory Adult Abuse Reporter status

Valid Drivers License (Chauffers endorsement for IA licenses) and good driving record required.

Proof of Auto Insurance

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Adaptability

Customer / Patient focused

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Basic computer skills-working knowledge of Microsoft office.

Other

Driver will be required to operate manual vehicle ramp and hydraulic lifts to load / unload wheel chairs.

Driver will be required to utilize Q-straint tie downs to secure wheel chairs on vehicles.

Key Skills

Inventory Control,Basic Math,Paratransit,Tanker Experience,Van Driver,Box Truck Experience,Commercial Driving,Commercial Vehicle Experience,Delivery Driver Experience,Manual Transmission Experience,Driving,Heavy Lifting

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1