OUTPATIENT DRIVER- Patient Transportation

Universal Health Services (UHS)

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the Nation's largest and most respected health care management companies, operating through its subsidiaries acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 65,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase health care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence and compassion. UHS has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of America's top 500 public companies as well as Fortune list of 500 World's Most Admired Companies, in 2017 and 2018!

Austin Oaks Hospital (a UHS facility)

Austin Oaks Hospital is an 80-bed facility that offers a broad spectrum of psychiatric services for adults and children ages 12 to 17. Located on a beautiful oak-lined campus, we provide a home-like environment that promotes crisis resolution, positive self-awareness, social skills, and personal growth. Our psychiatric treatment and substance abuse services are available through both inpatient and outpatient programs to fit your needs. Get a confidential assessment from our trained staff today to determine which services best suit your recovery goals. Austin Oaks Hospital is located in South Austin 10 minutes from downtown.

What Austin Oaks Offers

Austin Oaks Hospital is seeking qualified, energetic candidates for our current job openings. Join us and be a part of our organization servicing our communities mental health needs. If you are a dedicated, hardworking individual who wants to make a positive difference in the lives of our patients we encourage you to apply. Austin Oaks Hospital puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Austin Oaks is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. At Austin Oaks Hospital you are never alone, as you are part of a huge network of peer professionals and nursing leaders that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry.

Position Summary

AUSTIN OAKS HOSPITAL is currently hiring a Transportation VAN Driver to provide transportation services for patients attending outpatient programs at our :

• Central Branches Location
• South location- 1407 W Stassney, Austin TX 78745
• NEW SAN MARCOS LOCATION

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ALL LOCATIONS.

Duties includes to ensure safe and timely transportation; milieu management and crisis intervention. Patients served include adolescents and adults. $20 per hour

Qualifications

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES : Ability to consistently fulfill responsibilities and complete assignments. Knowledge of patient rights. Knowledge of Texas driving laws. Skill in developing and maintaining therapeutic relationships with patients and cooperative / effective relationships with other staff. Ability to read and write legibly. Ability to effectively communicate with coworkers, patients and administration. Patience and tact necessary for contact with patients.

EDUCATION : Required : High School Diploma or GED Preferred : Minimum of one year of college

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION : Current CPR or ability to pass CPR training during initial employment period.

Valid Texas Drivers License

EXPERIENCE : Required : None required. Preferred : One year driver experience for hospital or psychiatric services.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients. Manual and finger dexterity. Hand-eye coordination. Ability to lift, carry, and / or lower items weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Ability to stand and walk 6+ hours per day, frequent bending, stooping and reaching to check or move equipment. Hearing and vision sufficient to perform essential functions. Emotional stability necessary to perform essential functions.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice

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