Field Training Officer - San Diego

About the Role

The Driver will be responsible for picking up wheelchair patients or stretcher patients using a fully loaded vehicle equipped for wheelchairs or stretchers and a GPS system. This position may work independently or with another teammate based on driving assignments.

What You'll Do

• Independently run medical transportation operations in a company vehicle
• Ensure patients are transported safely from their home to place of service and returned home safely.
• Utilize company transportation software
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and their families

Assume on-call responsibilities

• Effectively communicate with leadership
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness

Age Requirement

Standard company compliance and operational safety policies require candidates to be at least 21 years of age upon hire

• Valid State Driver's license required
• 3 years of professional driving experience required
• Clean driving record (No more than 1 point)

Additional information

Ability to successfully pass a drug test and health screening which includes alcohol, TB skin test and/or TB chest x-ray

Ability to pass a physical agility test

Ability to lift/maneuver 50 pounds

Fluency in speaking and understanding English, strong communication skills:

• Ability to drive to various locations
• Professionalism
• Ability to use apps and electronic devices

Bilingual language ability preferred

• Previous wheelchair transport experience
• Final pay rate is determined based on qualifications, experience, and performance, at the employer's discretion.

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About America West Medical Transportation, Inc.

At America West Medical Transportation, we are more than a transportation service; we are a community partner dedicated to improving lives and helping individuals thrive. By embracing the spirit of community service and giving, we can create a healthier, more connected society.

• We are hiring drivers to transport wheelchair patients or stretcher patients in specially equipped vehicles.
• This fast-paced and rewarding role is perfect for a self-starter who is looking to build their resume by working closely with the immediate team leader.
• Locations/Counties we serve: Alameda, Contra Costa, Los Angeles, Riverside,  Sacramento, San Francisco, Santa Clara, Solano, Sonoma, San Jose, etc.

Core Values

• Commitment to Customers - We continually earn the privilege to care for our patients.
• It is at the forefront of everything we do.
• And no matter the role you have at the company, we are each other’s customers.

• Respectful - We respect each other and achieve together what no individual can do alone.
• Dependability - We are committed to exceptional service delivery, on time and following up on what must be done.
• Integrity - We are vigilant and committed to safety and preparedness in the fulfillment of our duties.
• Accountability - We take ownership for what we do and take pride in how we do it.