Job Description
Job Description Work Status Details: REGULAR FULL TIME | 80.00 Hours Every Two Weeks
Shift: Days
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Location: Yuma Regional Medical Ctr
Listed is the base hiring salary range offered for this position. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to skills and experience. The salary range listed is just one component of the total rewards/compensation package offered to candidates.
Min = $16.00
Mid = $18.40
Max = $20.80
Summary We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) Driver to join our team. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the safe and secure transportation of individuals with medical needs, facilitating their ride to and from medical appointments, discharges to home, and other essential healthcare facilities.
Responsibilities - Safely transport patients to and from medical appointments, ensuring punctuality and reliability. Assist patients as needed during boarding, disembarking and through the duration of the trip.
- Maintain cleanliness and safety of the vehicle at all time, including regular sanitization procedures.
- Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations to ensure the safety of passengers and other road users.
- Communicate effectively with patients and dispatchers to coordinate pick-up and drop-off schedules. Able to remain calm and composed in stressful situations.
- Maintain Confidentiality and respect the privacy of patients at all times.
- Demonstrate professionalism when interacting with patients, providing a supportive and reassuring presence.
- Keep accurate records of trips, mileage, and any incidents that may occur during transportation.
- Other duties as assigned.
Credentials Essential:
- BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS)
- YRMC FLEET SAFETY CLEARANCE (FLEET)
Education Essential:
Other Information - Bilingual Required
- High School Diploma/GED
- BLS Certification
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Compassionate and patient demeanor when interacting with patients and families. Previous experience in transportation or customer service preferred.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and safety procedures.
Why Yuma Regional Medical Center?
Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) is located in Yuma, AZ. Our purpose is building a healthier tomorrow. We strive by putting patients first as they are the center of every decision and action we take. YRMC is rooted in the community by living and breathing the dynamic nature of our region. Being committed to progress by constantly and consistently advancing healthcare, creating meaningful experiences and improving the lives of everyone around us.
Our Values Bring Kindness | Achieve Together | Aspire For Better | Do The Right Thing | Lead With Optimism |
About Yuma, AZ Named by the Guinness World Records as the Sunniest City on Earth with winters averaging temperatures of 70 degrees, sunny days and cooler nights.
Yuma, Arizona is a place to explore the great outdoors with hiking, jet skiing, boating and off-roading. Don’t forget to soak up the sun at the great Colorado River or one of Yuma’s many lakes.
Yuma is centrally located in Southwest Arizona, within a short drive to many popular attractions and destinations.
Bring your skills to one of the sunniest places on earth - Yuma, AZ! Physical Requirements and working conditions for this position will be provided to you up on interview.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Outdoor, Shift work, Night shift,