Non Emergency Medical Transportation Driver

Role Objective Elevated Transport Services is seeking professional, compassionate NEMT Drivers to join our growing team. We provide critical "door-through-door" medical transportation for individuals with mobility challenges. We are looking for physically capable, safety-minded individuals who take pride in providing a high standard of care and reliability to our community. Shift Availability We are currently hiring for three primary blocks. Please specify your preference during the application process: Early Morning Block: 5:00 AM – 12:30 PM (Focus: Dialysis & appointment drop-offs) Standard Day Block: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Focus: Routine medical appointments & therapy) Evening Block: 12:00 PM – 7:30 PM (Focus: Hospital discharges & late-day treatment returns) Key Responsibilities Manual Mobility Assistance: Safely operate manual wheelchair lifts and ramps. This role requires the physical ability to manually deploy, stow, and maneuver boarding equipment. Safe Patient Transport: Assist ambulatory and wheelchair-bound passengers with boarding/exiting. Expertly manage 4-point wheelchair tie-down securement systems to ensure passenger stability. Defensive Driving Excellence: Utilize defensive driving techniques to navigate traffic and weather conditions, prioritizing passenger comfort and accident prevention at all times. Professionalism & Ethics: Maintain a respectful, harassment-free environment. All interactions must align with our high standards of conduct and Sexual Harassment Prevention policies. Punctuality: Ensure on-time arrivals, recognizing that many appointments are time-sensitive medical necessities. Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) and HIPAA (Patient Privacy) regulations. Vehicle Care: Perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure safety equipment (fire extinguishers, first aid kits, tie-downs) is present and functional. Mandatory Training & Qualifications To maintain our elite service standards, all drivers must complete or possess: Manual Lift Operation Training: Specific hands-on training for the safe deployment and stowing of manual ramps and lifts. Defensive Driving Certification: Completion of a company-sponsored defensive driving course to sharpen hazard recognition and safety skills. Sexual Harassment Prevention Training: Mandatory annual training to ensure a safe and professional workspace for employees and passengers alike. Licensing: Valid Driver’s License with a clean 3-year Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). Certifications: Current CPR/First Aid and PASS certification (we provide training for qualified candidates). Physical Ability: Must be able to push/pull manual wheelchairs, manually operate vehicle ramps/lifts, and lift up to 50 lbs. Benefits & Compensation Competitive Hourly Pay: $18.00 – $25.00 per hour Modern Fleet: Drive late-model, climate-controlled NEMT vehicles. Paid Training: We invest in your professional development with paid safety, sensitivity, and equipment certifications. Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: Flexible schedule On-the-job training Paid training Application Question(s): Manual Lift Operation Training: Specific hands-on training for the safe deployment and stowing of manual ramps and lifts. Defensive Driving Certification: Completion of a company-sponsored defensive driving course to sharpen hazard recognition and safety skills. Sexual Harassment Prevention Training: Mandatory annual training to ensure a safe and professional workspace for employees and passengers alike. Licensing: Valid Driver’s License with a clean 3-year Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). Certifications: Current CPR/First Aid and PASS certification (we provide training for qualified candidates). Work Location: In person

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