The Pines at Utica Center for Nursing &...

Driver per diem


PayCompetitive
LocationNewtown/Connecticut
Employment typeOther

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 3884

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      A Great Place to Work

      National Health Care Associates is proud to welcome the Stone Bridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation to our affiliate family!

      We think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and those that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And as National grows with the acquisition of Stone Bridge, you will experience real career growth in an environment where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated.

      We invite you to join our newest team at the Stone Bridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation!

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      What You'll Do:

      Drivers at our centers are responsible for safely transporting residents to and from medical appointments, outings, and other destinations. Your friendly demeanor and reliable service will ensure residents receive the medical assessment and care necessary for their rehabilitation and well being.

      Key Responsibilities

      • Safely drives residents to medical appointments, outings, and other destinations according to assigned schedule
      • Adheres to traffic laws, regulations, and facility policies to ensure the safety of passengers and others on the road
      • Assists residents into and out of vehicle
      • Secures passengers’ wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs while driving
      • Communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff to coordinate transportation schedules and ensure resident needs are met
      • Communicates with administrative staff regularly to receive instructions or report dealys and disruptions of service
      • Maintains the cleanliness and safety of the vehicle, performing routine inspections, refueling and immediately reporting maintenance needs
      • Keeps records of trips and behavior of passengers

      If you're a reliable and compassionate individual with an excellent driving history and passion for helping others, we would like to meet you! Join our team as a Driver where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated.

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      What We Offer

      As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Stone Bridge family will enjoy:

      • Competitive compensation
      • Improved health insurance and retirement benefits including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
      • Comprehensive training and mentorship
      • Support for professional growth and development
      • A collaborative work environment
      • The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

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      What You'll Bring:

      Qualifications of a Driver include:

      • Current driver’s license and excellent driving record is required
      • Previous experience in patient transportation or a similar role preferred
      • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
      • Excellent driving skills and knowledge of traffic laws and safety regulations
      • Compassion, patience, and empathy in working with seniors
      • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
      • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions

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      We Hire for Heart!

      National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

      All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.

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