Non-Emergency Medical Transport Driver

The Freedom Center, LLC operates addiction treatment programs with locations in Gaithersburg, Brookeville, and Buckeystown, MD. We service residents from the Mid-Atlantic area and throughout the nation. We treat individuals with various addiction types by offering a flexible and affordable solution while minimizing the disruption of daily life.

We are currently seeking Drivers to join our Transportation team.

The successful candidate(s) MUST be able to work either:

• PRN: As needed coverage for any day or time, including evenings and weekends.

The Driver is responsible for providing transportation services primarily for patients to and from assigned destinations in a safe and timely manner. Assist in the proper maintenance of all vehicles and vehicle maintenance log to ensure maximum vehicle safety. Additionally, the driver must have and maintain a clean driving record and be insurable under the company auto policy.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Pre-employment screenings required: including national and state background screening, MVR, education verification, and drug & alcohol testing.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalency required, must be verifiable.

EXPERIENCE:

• At least three (3) years driving experience, required.
• Experience operating a large SUV or passenger van, preferred.
• One year experience providing transportation in a healthcare setting, preferred.
• Knowledge/experience working within substance abuse and treatment industry preferred.

BENEFITS:

Employee discount program, EAP. 401k with matching contribution after 1 year. SICK time accrual with probationary period restriction.

PAY:

$18 to $19/hour, depending on experience, with opportunities for overtime and holiday premium pay.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

• Valid and unrestricted Maryland Driver’s License. Provisional licenses are NOT acceptable.
• Safe driving record: Drivers must maintain an acceptable motor vehicle driving record (MVR).
• No drug- or alcohol-related violations, such as driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI), in the last five years.
• No major violations in the last three years.
• Minor moving violations and at-fault collisions (combined) in the last 3 years.
• MVR will be reviewed for applicable violations within the last 3-5 years based on carrier guidelines, e.g., speeding, DUI/DWI, drug offenses, at-fault accidents, moving violations, suspensions, etc.
• Insurable with our company auto insurance carrier, required.
• CPR/First Aid Certification

KNOWLEDGE AND TRAINING REQUIRED AT TIME OF HIRE:

• Knowledge of general driving and federal and state safety rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of service area.
• Ability to handle high stress situations.
• Ability to manage time both efficiently and effectively to establish priorities.
• Ability to interact/communicate effectively with clients in an empathetic and professional manner.
• Ability to represent the facility to the public in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to read, write and understand both written and oral instructions.
• Safety sensitive position: must adhere to company’s drug and alcohol program.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

• Operating a motor vehicle such as a SUV or passenger van in transporting passengers to and from assigned destinations; assist passengers on boarding and leaving vehicle; and answer routine questions.
• Following an established route or schedule as assigned daily.
• Responsible for transporting new admissions, transfers, and discharges to designated location in a safe and timely manner, ensuring all personal belongings are in possession as well as required discharge or transport documentation.
• Responsible for transporting clients/patients to medical appointments, community meetings, or events, as well as pharmacy pick-ups and other duties. Maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Provides support to the Operations team when transportation duties are completed, including providing observation and supervision to clients.
• Maintaining records and logs on travel time, mileage, fuel purchases and passengers served.
• Taking vehicle to be serviced to a central servicing area for repairs and/or preventative maintenance, clean and wash vehicle, as necessary.
• Demonstrating knowledge of federal, state, and county traffic and motor vehicle regulations.
• Demonstrating knowledge of the geography of the county.
• Operating the assigned vehicle in the prescribed manner.
• Detecting improper functioning mechanical systems on the assigned vehicle.
• Making minor adjustments and to do minor servicing of automotive equipment.
• Understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions.
• Serving others with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of the company Code of Ethics and Conflict of Interest policies.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse backgrounds regardless of race, religion, age, gender, sex, disability or political affiliation.
• Performing related work as required.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Paid training

Application Question(s):

• Are you interested in PRN or Full-Time?
• Do you have weekend or evening availability? If not, please explain.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Driving: 3 years (Preferred)
• Medical transportation: 1 year (Preferred)
• Substance Abuse/Addiction treatment: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person