Certified Transportation Aide *CNA Certification Required*

JOB TITLE: CERTIFIED TRANSPORTATION AIDE

JOB CODE: 9

DEPARTMENT: NURSING

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

REPORTS TO: ADMINISTRATOR

DATE OF LAST UPDATE: 11/17/2020

JOB SUMMARY: To provide nonemergency transport of mobility-impaired individuals by

accommodating wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers and offering safe custom transportation for

medical appointments and treatments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• To assure resident safety, visually Inspects van for any defects and/or vehicle damage; checks operating systems: Brakes, horn, windshield wipers, lights, first-aid kits, emergency flashers and door opening devices for proper operation before starting trips; validates registration and inspection stickers for vehicle are state compliant
• Provides whatever assistance is required for boarding of patient and any caregiver and ensures wheelchair and passenger are properly secured before starting van upon arrival at medical facility, assists patients in leaving van and reaching proper offices or treatment areas; inspects van to ensure that no personal items have been left behind
• Provides first-aid or CPR if required during patient transport; immediately notifies emergency personnel and supervisor if skilled assistance is required
• Reports traffic accidents immediately to supervisor, requesting police or ambulance service as needed; assists injured persons from first-aid kit until these services arrive; completes company accident report
• When not transporting residents, driver will report to supervisor for assignments
• Promotes positive public relations with patients, residents, family members and guests
• Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations
• Always use appropriate workplace behavior and adhere to dress code