DRIVER

Driver EMR EMTB Candidate
Job Details
Job Type
Full-time, Part-time
Memphis, TN • NON-CLINICAL OPERATION
Description
Position Title: Driver
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
FLSA/SA or PG: Non-Exempt
This job description is not to be construed as a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities that may be given to any employee. The duties and responsibilities outlined in this position may be added to or changed when deemed appropriate and necessary by the person who is managerially responsible for this position.
Summary:
Responds to select requests for transportation at various hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, private homes, etc and provides safe and efficient transportation to and/or from.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• High degree of personal integrity and responsibility
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, using good judgment and common sense
• Ability to work efficiently and interact in a constructive and professional manner with other employees, professional staff, and medical staff, etc
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with patients, customers, clients, family members, bystanders, and the general public, etc in such a manner as to reflect credibly on Community Health Care.
• Demonstrates a level of skill and ability consistent with the provision of high-quality patient care
• The ability to perform effectively in carrying out public relations functions and the ability to deal effectively with members of the medical community and general public in promoting Community Health Care

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates and ensures knowledge, understanding, and compliance of Community Health Care policies and procedures
• Ensures that the vehicle and equipment is ready for use at the beginning of the shift and after every call. This includes appropriate cleaning and disinfecting of the interior and exterior of the vehicle; appropriate cleaning and disinfecting of equipment; inspecting, restocking, and completing daily checklists of the vehicle and equipment; and routine maintenance
• Performs daily inspections of the base and/or station for cleanliness
• Responds to and from select requests for transportation using appropriate care and caution in accordance with Medicaid regulations, Tennessee law, Company policy, and the principles of safe vehicle operation. Note: as per Community Health Care policy, always wears a seatbelt when in company vehicle
• Assures patient safety in accordance with the rules, regulations, protocols, policies and procedures of Community Health Care including the laws and regulations of the State and Federal Governments consistent with good judgment and the provision of high-quality patient care
• Always acts in the best interests of high-quality patient care, in the best interests of the patient, and in such a manner to reflect credibly on Community Health Care and the professional reputation of the Driver
• Always acts with his/her personal safety in mind as well as the safety of all other passengers, professional and/or medical staff, family members, the patient, and any other personnel present
• Accompanies patients to their destination, continuing to provide appropriate care and patient advocacy. If appropriate, this should continue until the responsibility for the patient has been transferred to an appropriate person
• Completes all appropriate documentation and record keeping for every assignment
• Adheres to universal Precautions when dealing with patient contacts. Is family with and practices the Infection Control policies and procedures of Community Health Care
• Performs duties related to public relations and community education programs sponsored by Community Health Care.
• Performs duties related to the continuing improvement and development of Community Health Care
• Park vehicles in a secure location free of a public way
• No on-street parking. Lock all doors and windows prior to leaving the vehicle
• Available for dispatched calls at your specified reporting time
• Report to a specified base location at the end of each day to turn in all completed paperwork, checklists, and other pertinent documentation
• Clean interior and exterior of your assigned vehicle each day
• Complete a vehicle checklist each day

Supervision Provided by This Position: None
Physical Demands/Conditions:
The essential physical activities for this position involve the following: balancing, pulling, pushing, standing, stooping, crouching, kneeling, sitting, and operating an ambulance. An individual in this position will be required to push, lift, and carry patients weighing ranging up to 250 lbs

• The ability to lift and maneuver 200 pounds with assistance without difficulty.
• The ability to walk up and down stairs without difficulty and the ability to lift and carry 200 pounds up and down two flights of stairs with assistance without difficulty.
• The ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• The ability to walk a distance of one quarter of a mile without difficulty and without affecting the immediate performance of job-related duties.

Agreement and Understanding:

• While working on an ambulance, the Ambulance Driver shall be paired with a medical provider with the minimum certification of Emergency medical Technicial - EMTB
• The EMT shall ride in the patient compartment with all patients
• Must be comfortable operating the following equipment while supervised: Ambulance: stretcher; folding stretcher; radios and computerized communications equipment; pager; fire extinguishers; simple mechanics tools; other related equipment not specifically listed may be added as new items are introduced
• Drives ambulance in Basic Life Support (BLS) setting only, to provide safe and efficient transportation of ill or injured persons to the hospital or facility for medical attention
• Provide transportation for convalescent patients to and from nursing homes, medical facilities, medical appointments, etc; BLS setting only
• The Company hereby employs the Employee as a Full-Time Driver, and the Employee agrees to diligently perform all duties and responsibilities associated with this role, including the transportation of patients in accordance with Company policies, standards, and applicable laws.

Requirement to Obtain EMR/EMT License
As part of the Employee's role as a Full-Time Driver, it is a mandatory requirement that the Employee obtain a valid Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) License within 1 year of the hire date.
Conditions and Deadlines

1. The Employee must enroll in an accredited EMR or EMT training program no later than 6 months after hire date.
2. The Employee must successfully complete all required courses, training, and exams necessary to obtain an EMR or EMT License.
3. Proof of obtaining the EMR or EMT License must be submitted to the Company no later than 1 year after hire date

Consequences of Non-Compliance
Failure to obtain the EMR or EMT License within the specified period will result in termination of employment. The Company reserves the right to terminate this Agreement immediately upon such failure, unless the Company, at its sole discretion, grants an extension in writing due to extenuating circumstances.
Requirements
Education/Training & Experience:
REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma
• CPR and First Aid
• Valid Drivers License - TN driver's License must have an "F" Endorsement

PREFERRED: Enrolled in a current state approved EMT program