​PURPOSE STATEMENT: 

​Responsible for safely transporting patients to and from appointments, activity trips, airport shuttle service and other special events. 

​ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• ​Oversee all aspects of the transportation department including logistics. 
• ​Allocate transport shift activity, ensuring appropriate staff are available to meet planned activity levels.  
• ​Ensure facility vehicles are in proper repair at all times, communicating safety and other concerns timely and clearly to the appropriate staff.  
• ​Coordinate daily and any on-call schedules to meet patient transportation needs.  
• ​Respond and adhere to “on call” schedule as required.  

• ​Maintain vehicle maintenance schedules and ensure maintenance is completed as required.  
• ​Maintain vehicle log(s) and report maintenance issues to appropriate facility staff. 
• ​Complete all transportation documentation accurately and timely. 
• ​Schedule drivers for appropriate runs.   
• ​Drive facility vehicle to pick up supplies and equipment as needed. 

• ​Maintain safe transportation practices in accordance with regulatory standards.   
• ​Hire, orient, train, schedule and supervise transportation staff if applicable.  
• ​Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always.  When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints.  Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. 

​OTHER FUNCTIONS:  

• ​Perform other functions and tasks as assigned. 

​EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: 

• ​High school diploma or equivalent required.   
• ​One or more years’ experience in a similar position required. 
• ​One or more years’ experience in building maintenance preferred. 

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​LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:  

• ​Valid State Driver’s License required.   
• ​CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). 

• ​First aid may be required based on state or facility. 

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