$18 - $25 per hour
American Medical Transit
NEMT Professional Drivers Needed
We are looking for both full-time and part-time professional NEMT (Non-Emergency Medical Transport) drivers in the CENTRAL OREGON area. We offer flexible schedules and hours and can also customize a schedule for Social Security Recipients who have limitations on hours and wages earned. Give back to your community and help transport our elderly and honored veterans.
American Medical Transit is a company that offers Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) to those individuals that need assistance to get to and from their medical appointments.
This job is unique in that you are allowed to care for those that need your skills and we value commitment to the care and safety of others. Our team is the most important part of the success of each ride and each life we touch.
Full Time or Part Time availability along with shift flexibility
American Medical Transit Offers:
Competitive wages
Flexible schedules (Monday - Friday or Saturday)
Flexible shifts (morning or afternoon)
Paid training - virtual, online and hands-on classes
Employee referral bonuses
Employee training
Protocols and Essential Worker Support:
Hazard Pay - COVID Transports
PPE supplies provided - masks (required), gowns and gloves, when needed
Safety Precautions Training
NEMT Professional Driver (Central Oregon)
$18 - $25 per hour
American Medical Transit is committed to providing a non-discriminatory, equal-opportunity employment environment for its employees and clients.
Please email us at careers@americanmedicaltransit.com to find out if this is a team you want to grow with.
American Medical Transit
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Job Description: Driver NEMT
(Non-Emergency Medical Transportation)
Our Services:
AMT is an industry leader in providing Non-Emergency Medical Transport Services, also known as NEMT. Non-emergency medical Transport implies that an individual is medically stable and does not require or receive medical attention or services during transport.
Job Functions:
Operate NEMT (Non-Emergency Medical Transportation) vehicle in a safe manner.
Pick-up and drop-off accepted passengers on scheduled days
Assists passengers entering and exiting vehicles
Properly operates wheelchair lift-equipped vehicles
Follows all vehicle and passenger safety rules and regulations
Complete daily inspection of assigned vehicle at the start of each shift
Cleans and services vehicles with fuel and lubricants.
Bring the van in for scheduled preventative maintenance and repairs.
Advises Manager of any supply needs, mechanical issues (trip-check sheet) and any
significant events with regard to scheduling or clients
Report any incidents regarding clients immediately to the Manager
Must have the ability to work well with co-workers and the public
Must display effective diplomatic written and verbal communication skills
Function individually and as part of a team with the goal of customer satisfaction
The ability to utilize a smartphone or tablet company workflow system
The ability to utilize maps (or GPS Navigation) to locate pick-up and drop-off points
Perform assigned daily assignments in a professional, safe, courteous, and helpful manner
Properly complete all paperwork required for transportation services rendered
Complete all assigned duties in a professional and timely manner
Demonstrate a high level of integrity, maturity, work commitment, and adaptability
Qualifications:
Must be 21 years of age or older
The driver has an appropriate current and valid, unrestricted State of Oregon driver's license
The driver has a clean DMV driving record
Must be able to pass a background and drug screen
Must be flexible to work a variety of work schedules/hours as defined in ORS Chapter 653.020(6)
Ability to follow instructions and work with basic smartphone/tablet Android O/S
The driver reads and speaks fluent English
Drivers shall wear company-provided uniform shirts while driving clients
Must be willing and able to travel within the assigned region in all weather conditions
The driver is familiar with the geographic area in which they will be providing service
Minimum Physical Requirements:
Employees assigned to stretcher runs must have the ability to lift and transfer clients
Must be able to work extended shift hours
Frequent speaking, walking, pushing, pulling, reaching and bending
Able to sit or stand for an extended period
Able to go up and down stairs
AMT PROVIDES ALL REQUIRED TRAINING IN-HOUSE OR ONLINE FOR APPLICANT.
National Safety Council Defensive Driving course, or an equivalent, after the date of hire, and every three years thereafter.
First Aid training, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, and blood spill procedures after the date of hire, and every two years thereafter.
Passenger Service and Safety (PASS) certification after the date of hire, and every three years thereafter.
NEMT Security and Confidentiality Training, including HIPAA requirements, to ensure driver understands any information relating to OHP clients while transporting clients and their care providers, is confidential, it is to be safeguarded and disclosed only to authorized persons/entities.
