Patient Transport Driver - Bedford Pace Transport/Full Time Days

This position is responsible for providing transportation services for Centra PACE/Ground Transport under the direction of the Transport Supervisor(s). Transportation will be provided to PACE participants and patients to & from Centra facilities. The Driver will be responsible for providing a safe and enriching experience for every individual from door to door. Driver will possess good communication skills. The Driver will preform pre & post vehicle safety inspections, follow scheduled transports, report & handle vehicle maintenance issues and communicate all participant/patient needs to immediate supervisor. This position does require one year of working experience with the frail and elderly Preferred Education: High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent. Required License: Valid Virginia Driver's License. Required Certifications: Required Experience/Skills: Pace Employee's must have o ne year of experience working with a frail and elderly population exhibiting the skills needed to assist geriatric patients with transportation needs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Providing exceptional door to door care to all PACE Participants & Centra Patients Communicating all participant/patient changes & needs to direct supervisor Performing pre & post vehicle safety inspections, assuring vehicle is in proper operational condition and reporting any maintenance issues to immediate supervisor Maintain cleanliness of interior & exterior of Centra vehicle Following scheduled transports for PACE participants or patients & other potential trips communicated by direct supervisor Maintain all necessary records/documentation regarding participants/patients & vehicles Communicating frequent changes to direct supervisor Performs other duties as assigned. Other PACE Functions: Entering safely into participant's homes on a routine basis Participates as an extension of the Transport Supervisor as a member of the interdisciplinary team & participating in participant's care plans Must meet standardized set of competencies for specific position established by Centra PACE and regulatory agencies Delivery of participant medications, medical supplies and other medical necessities