Job Details
Job Location
Fall River Base – Fall River, MA
Position Type
Full-Time/Part-Time
Salary Range
$18.00 – $21.00 Hourly
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Transportation
Description
- The duties of the Chair Car Operator include, but are not necessarily limited to the following:
- Upon receiving the vehicle assignment at the start of shift, the Chair Car Operator will do the following during the first 15-20 minutes of shift: complete equipment checklist; check fluid levels, visual inspection of lights and exterior; restock equipment; and inform Shift Supervisor/Dispatcher of any deficiencies or problems. Sign on air with dispatch reporting in service and giving vehicle mileage.
- If a call precludes the above, it will be accomplished at the earliest possible time.
- Responds to facilities or specific addresses as instructed by dispatch to provide care and transportation to non-ambulatory or disabled persons. While on the road, ensure that constant communication contact is maintained with dispatch.
- Operate the chair car in a safe and reasonable manner and in accordance with the laws of Due Regard.
- Complete the appropriate documentation on all calls in a legible manner and to the standard expected within the company.
- Carry out all assignments in a timely and professional manner.
- Ensure that vehicle is appropriately stocked, cleaned (vehicle trash can emptied, vehicle washed inside and out).
- While on the road, ensure that constant communication contact is maintained between crew and dispatch.
- While on duty, have on your person all appropriate credentials and driver’s license.
- Familiarize self with service area and facilities.
- Maintain professional radio procedures in accordance with the policy and procedures of the company.
- Conduct oneself so as to never endanger a patient, or the credibility of the company.
- Serve as a Team Member and as such adopt a whatever it takes to get the job done attitude.
Qualifications
- The Requirements to maintain employment will include:
- Ability to read, understand, and communicate in English.
- Ability to lift and carry 125 pounds.
- Maintain an active Driver’s License.
- Maintain all appropriate and mandate credentials as defined by the company.