Driver

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

Operates as a hospital courier/driver responsible for the safe transportation of patients and/or designated items. Provides excellent customer service, assists passengers as needed, and ensures the vehicle is maintained in safe working condition.

Essential Functions

• Safely transports patients and/or items to and from designated destinations using a hospital-provided vehicle.
• Assists patients with entering and exiting the vehicle, including transfers from or to wheelchairs or stretchers.
• Greets and provides directions or information to patients and visitors.
• Conducts regular vehicle inspections to ensure safe and proper operation.
• Maintains documentation of transportation activities as required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Ability to assist passengers with mobility needs.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices and routes.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate under varying environmental and weather conditions.
• Capability to lift/push/pull objects or individuals weighing up to 75 lbs.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, lifting, and walking.
• Occasional squatting, climbing, and sitting.
• Frequent exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
• Exposure to blood, bodily fluids, communicable diseases, and occasional chemical hazards such as cytotoxic materials or dust.
• Driving in various weather and traffic conditions.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid state-issued driver’s license required.
• Handle with Care' or CPI certification within 90 days of hire.

Experience

• Experience transporting patrons, clients, or patients preferred.