PATIENT TRANSPORT VAN DRIVER

JOB TITLE : Driver, Transport Van

JOB OVERVIEW : Operates and maintains hospital transport van and associated equipment (e.g., vans, passenger lifts, etc.), transports patients that are discharged to their destinations (home, skilled nursing facility, rehab facility, etc.). Performs inspections, documents discrepancies, and records driver logs noting passenger counts and gas usage. Communicates to passengers the location of different service lines and/or procedures to ensure safe and carefree transportation. Completes all UHS training and refreshers, adheres to safety procedures and vehicle maintenance/operation standards, and reports all corporate vehicle accidents consistent with the UHS Corporate and Facility Fleet (Auto) Safety Policy

Demonstrates Service Excellence at all times. Other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities :

• Greets passengers (patients, visitors, and guests) and safely transports them from various designated areas to/from the Hospital and Medical Office Building to discharge destinations (home, skilled nursing facility, rehab facility, etc.). Provides information to riders, transports them to the correct location, and maintains log of pickups and deliveries along with gas usage and timekeeping. Informs and relays all necessary information in a clear and concise manner whether in-person or via radio.
• Follow all traffic signs/laws and maintain posted speed limits. Maintains safety standards at all times when transporting passengers and ensures the vehicle meets all safety requirements and is up to date with the maintenance schedule.
• Provides exceptional service and safety at all times and ensures the vehicle is cleaned, maintained, and meets all MMH standards and brand representation.
• Demonstrates service excellence at all times.
• Other duties as assigned that are reasonably within scop of those enumerated above.

About Manatee Memorial Hospital (MMH):

Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton, Florida, has served the citizens of Manatee, Sarasota and surrounding counties for over 70 years. Part of the Manatee Healthcare System, the hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval. The 295-bed hospital with over 800 physicians, residents and allied health professionals, offers advanced healthcare services in a caring and compassionate environment. Services include cardiac care and cardiovascular medicine, emergency care for all ages, surgery services — including robotic-assisted surgery with the da Vinci® Surgical System, a weight–loss program, orthopedic services, outpatient and inpatient radiology and rehabilitation, respiratory care, sleep, oncology, wound care and women’s and children’s services. Manatee Memorial Hospital also offers a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for babies with special needs.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS :

• Education: High School Diploma or GED Required.
• Experience: Minimum one (1) year driving experience with passengers.
• Skills: K nowledge of reading, writing, and verbal communication in English.
• Skilled in performing basic auto maintenance.
• Ability to pass a DOT/FTA drug screening.
• Ability to create relationships with customers.
• Computer literacy of basic computers and how they work to include MS Office applications.
• Physical Requirements: Walking frequently and sitting continuously.
• Work Conditions: Availability to work in a hospital environment and at time extreme temperatures.

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