NEMT Driver

Job DetailsJob Location: Arizona Office - Phoenix, AZ 85027Position Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $15.15 - $20.10 HourlyJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Transportation

The Non-Emergency Medical Transport (NEMT) Driver II is responsible for transporting clients with from one place to another for medical appointments, work, errands, school, or other reasons. This position may collect fares from passengers, communicate with passengers and ensure passengers arrive safely at their destination.

Responsibilities and duties

Provide safe and secure transportation to all passengers, transporting them to various locations throughout your assigned region
Provide courteous and professional customer service to all passengers
Communicate effectively with passengers while answering questions about schedules, routes, points of transfer and other inquiries
Exhibit problem-solving ability to deescalate frustrated and unruly passengers should the need arise
Drive assigned routes in adherence with defined schedule
Drive through traffic while obeying all traffic laws
Report accidents, incidents or other traffic disruptions and follow directions when using an alternate route
Assist passengers in and out of the vehicle, while providing assistance in, to and from facilities
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
Maintain a clean vehicle inside and outside at all times, including washing the exterior of the vehicle, cleaning and vacuuming interior and sanitizing per company standards
Follow state and federal regulations regarding non-emergency transportation
Operate wheelchair/stretcher lifts as needed
Secure all equipment including but not limited to wheelchairs, stretchers, and oxygen tanks appropriately
Follow proper protocol for securement of passengers without exception
Adhere to and execute all company policies and procedures

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required
Proficiency in the English language is required
Safety and security minded, able to read and use GPS & other apps
Minimum of seven (7) years driving experience, prior experience as a Non-Emergency Medical Driver is preferred but not required
Candidate must possess a valid drivers license and a clean driving record
Candidate must successfully pass a criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen and must complete a medical fitness-for-duty clearance and HPE evaluation.

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