Driver - Long Term Care - PRN / As Needed

Driver Resident TransportTransport new residents from area hospitals to Howard Lake, MN and current residents for activity outings.Typical Transport Time: 34 hours per trip.Primary Driving Area: MN Twin Cities metro area and Howard Lake area.Vehicle: Small 15-passenger bus.Requirements:Driver's License (No CDL required).DOT physical and annual Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) required.Scheduling:Notifications typically come mid-morning for same-day transports.Resident activity outings are planned in advance.Primarily weekday hours, with occasional weekend/holiday transports.Estimated Hours: Varies week to week; typically 12 days per week.Job Summary:Combines motor vehicle handling ability, communication skills and patient/resident handling. Patient/resident sensitivity and confidentiality are a must, and are practiced at all times. Combine communication skills and patient/resident handling. On a continuum the driver must develop an understanding of the patient's/resident's physical and emotional status. Works with all ages of patients/residents. Transports safely and as scheduled. Assures that all support equipment are well maintained and in good operating condition. Sets up equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and internal policy. Maintains appropriate records per Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements and internal required reports. Aware and communicates scheduling conflicts as needed or predicted.Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.Must be 21 years of age or older and have excellent customer service skills. Driver history must comply with Sanford driver qualification standards for insurability.The employee must have a current valid driver's license, and must meet all medical guidelines for Sanford Health Category II drivers. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. If not certified at time of hire, must be certified within six months. Training will be provided.Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.