Transportation Specialist

At Sight360, we believe sight is our most important sense. It is a priceless gift that goes far beyond how you see the world. Sight is how we move through life, enjoy its wonders and form the memories that define us. That is why we are dedicated to care for our patient’s sight every day.

We’ve assembled the most capable and credentialed multidisciplinary teams across every specialty of vision health – ophthalmology, optometry and optical retail services – to deliver a complete, 360-degree approach to vision care. One seamless patient experience. While we do share a single medical record that allows us to collaborate and coordinate care across all locations and providers, more importantly, we share a common belief and set of principles that guide us as we care for our patients.

Summary Objective:
This is a PRN (On-Call) position. The Transportation Specialist is responsible for greeting and transporting patients to and from all major ancillary departments using proper safety techniques and appropriate modes of transportation. Additional duties may include moving equipment and/or delivering packages and mail between locations.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Transport patients to and from clinical, ancillary, and support areas as requested. 
• Assist clinical personnel in transferring patients to and from beds, wheelchairs, or stretchers. 
• Greet and assist patients throughout the clinic and other designated locations. 
• Collect and deliver orders, requisitions, equipment, supplies, and other correspondence to appropriate destinations. 

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Reports to Operational Manager or designee 
• No direct reports 

Working Conditions and Environmental/Physical Demands:

• Work involves a combination of sitting, standing, and walking 
• Frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 lbs 
• Light work, including moving objects up to 50 pounds 
• Frequent communication with others to exchange information 
• Repetitive use of hands, wrists, and fingers 
• Operation of a motor vehicle 
• No adverse environmental conditions expected 

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work:
This is a PRN (On-Call) position. Hours are not guaranteed and will vary based on operational needs. Shifts may include weekdays, evenings, and weekends as required.

Travel:

• 100% travel between locations is required 

Qualifications:

• Valid, active, and unencumbered Florida Class C Driver’s License 
• At least one year of related experience preferred 

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the area in which transportation will be provided 
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment 
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs.