Dispatcher, Transportation Services (2025-0647)
About the role
Position Details Position Status: Regular Full Time Location: Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, Transport Client Bus Ops BW Hours: 77.50 FTE: 1.00 Shift: Days Shift Times: 0800-1615 Union: Non Union GSS Rate of Pay: 20.91 - 25.99 PCN: FANBODTS01
Date Competition Closes: September 18, 2025 The Opportunity Position Summary: Reporting directly to the Program Director, Central Services, this position is responsible for transporting medically stable clients to and from medical appointments, leisure activities/programs, and to and from home, following a preplanned route and defined time schedule. Key responsibilities include ensuring the safety and comfort of our clients while on boarding/off boarding, transporting, and accompanying clients to and from the desired location.
In keeping with Traffic Regulations, Carewest’s Frame of Reference and Philosophy of Care this position maintains professional, ethical and safe standards at all times and provides excellent customer service. Other responsibilities include completing various forms and records, including updated route sheets, time sheets, and incident and accident reports. Responsible for other related duties as required.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Graduation from Grade 12 is required
- First Aid is an asset
- Minimum 5 years of professional driving a bus or large vehicle is preferred;
- Training in Q’Straint – 4 Point Securement Systems an asset;
- This position requires high attention to detail, initiative and the ability to work with minimal supervision;
- Excellent communication skills and a professional demeanor are required;
- Experience in a health care environment is an asset
About Carewest Innovative Health Care
We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and, are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest.
We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for seniors and adults under the age of 65. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 2,600 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow and excel with us.
Carewest has been recognized as one of Alberta’s Top Employers acknowledging our commitment to promoting a strong work/life balance, providing competitive salaries & benefits, and the promotion of teamwork in a collaborative healthcare environment. If you share our vision and are dedicated to joining our growing team, please review our open positions and apply today!
Dispatcher, Transportation Services (2025-0647)
About the role
Position Details Position Status: Regular Full Time Location: Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, Transport Client Bus Ops BW Hours: 77.50 FTE: 1.00 Shift: Days Shift Times: 0800-1615 Union: Non Union GSS Rate of Pay: 20.91 - 25.99 PCN: FANBODTS01
Date Competition Closes: September 18, 2025 The Opportunity Position Summary: Reporting directly to the Program Director, Central Services, this position is responsible for transporting medically stable clients to and from medical appointments, leisure activities/programs, and to and from home, following a preplanned route and defined time schedule. Key responsibilities include ensuring the safety and comfort of our clients while on boarding/off boarding, transporting, and accompanying clients to and from the desired location.
In keeping with Traffic Regulations, Carewest’s Frame of Reference and Philosophy of Care this position maintains professional, ethical and safe standards at all times and provides excellent customer service. Other responsibilities include completing various forms and records, including updated route sheets, time sheets, and incident and accident reports. Responsible for other related duties as required.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Graduation from Grade 12 is required
- First Aid is an asset
- Minimum 5 years of professional driving a bus or large vehicle is preferred;
- Training in Q’Straint – 4 Point Securement Systems an asset;
- This position requires high attention to detail, initiative and the ability to work with minimal supervision;
- Excellent communication skills and a professional demeanor are required;
- Experience in a health care environment is an asset
About Carewest Innovative Health Care
We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and, are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest.
We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for seniors and adults under the age of 65. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 2,600 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow and excel with us.
Carewest has been recognized as one of Alberta’s Top Employers acknowledging our commitment to promoting a strong work/life balance, providing competitive salaries & benefits, and the promotion of teamwork in a collaborative healthcare environment. If you share our vision and are dedicated to joining our growing team, please review our open positions and apply today!