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Position Available: NEMT Driver

Position Summary:

A Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) Driver is responsible for safely transporting clients to and from medical appointments, treatment centers, therapy sessions, pharmacies, and other healthcare-related destinations. Unlike emergency transport services, NEMT drivers provide scheduled, non-urgent rides to passengers who may require extra assistance, including wheelchair or stretcher-bound individuals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transport clients safely and on time to scheduled appointments.
• Provide courteous, respectful, and professional assistance to all passengers.
• Assist passengers entering and exiting the vehicle, especially those with mobility challenges.
• Operate specialized vehicles (e.g., wheelchair vans, stretcher vans) in compliance with company and state regulations.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized, and well-functioning vehicle.
• Complete required documentation such as mileage logs, trip reports, and incident reports.
• Communicate promptly with dispatch and management regarding trip status, delays, or client concerns.
• Adhere to all traffic laws, safety guidelines, and HIPAA privacy regulations.

Qualifications:

• Valid state driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to pass a DOT physical, drug test, and background check.
• Prior experience in transportation, caregiving, or customer service is a plus.
• Familiarity with GPS navigation and mobile dispatch apps.

Essential Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and dependable.
• Physically capable of assisting passengers and handling wheelchairs/stretcher equipment.
• Strong sense of direction and punctuality.

Working Conditions:

• May involve early morning, evening, weekend, or holiday shifts.
• Work is performed inside a vehicle and outdoors, in varying weather conditions.
• Frequent driving, sitting, and moderate lifting required.