Medical Transportation Driver - La Ronge

Job summary

The Medical Transportation Driver is responsible for transporting band members to and from medical appointments while ensuring all travel documentation is accurate. They also perform daily maintenance on fleet vehicles and maintain detailed trip logs.

Job details

We are looking for a responsible, patient, reliable persons with strong organizational, communication and time management skills. The Medical Transportation Program is a fast-past where program demands are daily. The ideal candidate will be responsible for day-to-day travel for medical appointments for band members on and off reserve. If you feel this is a good fit for your personality and career ambition, we encourage you to apply. About the facility: LLRIBHS promotes health in our communities for the well-being of all members. We provide accessible, high quality health services and programs. Together with others, we work to build capacity and educate as we address both acute needs and determinants of health. The Medical Transportation Program is located at the Jeannie Bird Clinic in the community of La Ronge. About the position: The Medical Transportation Driver will advise LLRIB community members on the procedures and policies of Medical Transportation. They will ensure all patient information provided is accurate and approved for travel. They will also gather forms such as certificates, medical attendance and transportation warrants and will forward to Medical Transportation. Duties: Transport clients to and from medical appointments (In & Out of Town Trips) Ensure documentation of each client is obtained and completed; Daily maintenance of Medical Fleet Vehicles; Complete daily log sheets on all trips; Ensure all clients, destinations and times are confirmed with supervisor prior to any & all trips; Advising band members of their responsibilities to have their certificate of medical attendance signed and returned; Report all vehicle maintenance to Supervisor; Assisting clients in and out of the medical vans when required; Preforms On Call Duties when required; Qualifications: Minimum Grade 10; Experience travelling in unforeseen weather conditions such as storms, blizzards, rain, etc.; Ability to travel for long hours to different cities and communities for medical appointments and return clients home; Ability to work effectively as a team member; First Aid/CPR Certification is an asset and/or willing to obtain; Ability to speak/understand Woodland Cree is a definite asset; Strong verbal and written communication skills is an asset; Ability to work independently with limited supervision; MUST POSSESS a Valid Class 5 driver’s license;

What you’ll do

The Medical Transportation Driver is responsible for transporting band members to and from medical appointments while ensuring all travel documentation is accurate. They also perform daily maintenance on fleet vehicles and maintain detailed trip logs.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid Class 5 driver's license and have experience driving in challenging weather conditions. A minimum of Grade 10 education is required, and the ability to speak Woodland Cree is considered an asset.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Transportation
• Time management
• Communication
• Organizational skills
• First Aid
• CPR
• Vehicle maintenance
• Log keeping
• Patient assistance
• Woodland Cree
• Vehicle Maintenance
• Social Determinants Of Health
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Organizational Communications
• Time Management
• Advising

Job areas

• Transportation
• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Logistics
• Medical Transportation Driver
• Light Truck Delivery Driver
• Car, Taxi and Van Drivers
• Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians