Stretcher Transportation driver ( lift 150lbs min)

Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and dependable Stretcher Transportation Driver to join our dynamic team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for safely transporting stretchers and patients, lifting a minimum of 150 pounds, and ensuring timely, secure, and compassionate patient transfers. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to patient care and support medical teams with professionalism and efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong driving skills, mechanical knowledge, and a commitment to safety and service excellence.

Duties

• Safely operate various types of commercial vehicles, including shuttle vans, box trucks, or specialized transport vehicles designed for patient transfer.
• Load, secure, and unload stretchers and equipment with care, ensuring proper handling of loads exceeding 150 pounds.
• Assist with moving patients or equipment between facilities, adhering to safety protocols and patient comfort standards.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness, perform routine inspections, and report any mechanical issues promptly to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
• Follow all traffic laws, route schedules, and safety procedures during transport operations.
• Communicate effectively with medical staff and team members to coordinate transfers smoothly and efficiently.
• Keep accurate logs of transportation activities, mileage, fuel usage, and maintenance records.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial driving, shuttle driving, or delivery driver roles within healthcare or logistics environments.
• Strong driving skills with a valid driver’s license appropriate for the vehicle type; experience with manual transmission preferred.
• Mechanical knowledge related to vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting; familiarity with forklifts or heavy equipment operation is a plus.
• Ability to lift at least 150 pounds repeatedly while maintaining proper body mechanics; experience with moving heavy loads or freight is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills for coordinating with medical teams and dispatch personnel.
• Knowledge of safety regulations related to commercial vehicle operation and patient transport.
• Prior experience operating various commercial vehicles such as bus driving, tractor-trailers, flatbeds, or tanker trucks is beneficial but not mandatory. Join us in delivering essential transportation services that make a difference every day! We value safety, reliability, and compassion in our team members—if you’re ready to drive your career forward in a rewarding environment, we want to hear from you!

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• drug test, FBI background check

Ability to Commute:

• Washington, DC 20010 (Required)

Work Location: In person