Driver - Patient Transportation

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Founded in 1866, The Floating Hospital, is one of the last remaining charity hospitals in New York City. Our commitment is the same as it was 159 years ago : unrestricted healthcare to all who walk through our doors, regardless of identity, insurance status, or the ability to pay. We welcome individuals of all ages, from infants, school-age children (5+), youth and adults. The Floating Hospital is a Federally Qualified Health Center and the largest provider to homeless families living in family shelters and domestic violence safehouses throughout all five boroughs.

The Floating Hospital is seeking a full-time Outreach Driver to transport our patients throughout all five boroughs from their residences to our facilities for medical, dental, and mental health appointments, as well as perform outreach activities in the community. While driving experience, vehicle maintenance, driver qualifications and knowledge are imperative, the right candidate must be able to interact with empathy, sensitivity, and respect towards our patients and their families. The Outreach Driver will be under the direct supervision of the Director of Transportation.

Driver Duties and Responsibilities :

• Practice safe driving habits.
• Knowledge of utilizing cells, text messages, emails and ready to operate in 5 boroughs.
• Follow prearranged routes to destinations, and various boroughs
• Open vehicle doors and assist passengers
• Load and unload vehicles of various donations

Vehicle Maintenance :

Passenger Assistance :

Requirements :

Requirements and Qualifications :

The Floating Hospital provides exceptional and compassionate healthcare to families in need. We provide care regardless of immigration and insurance status, or the ability to pay. We care for our patients as individuals with unique needs and goals. We provide education on patient self-care, now and for the long-term. Our commitment is the same as it was more than 150 years ago : unrestricted healthcare to all who walk through our doors.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits.