Patient Transport Driver (Ottawa), Ahuntsic North

Responsibilities

Transport patients/students to various locations as per dispatched calls and/or established school routes. Monitor the health and general wellbeing of the patient/student during transportation to ensure they are safe and comfortable. Perform first aid and initiate CPR during emergency situations.Assist and position patients/students to and from transport vehicles including ambulances, helicopters, airplanes. Handle medical equipment safely including oxygen tanks, IV pumps, poles, PCA pumps, catheters, etc. Timely transfer of patients/students to the destination(s), if required, remains with patients during appointments/schools.Maintain a positive and professional relationship with patients and students. Clean transportation vehicles before and after use by patients/students as per company infection control policy and procedures. Ensure that transportation equipment (including vehicles, lifts, wheelchairs) are in good working condition and notify supervisor of any repairs or maintenance required.Effectively communicate with dispatcher and management regarding status of patient transfers. Always maintain confidentiality of patients/students information and business information. Hours of Work

Weekdays, nights and weekends– hours vary depending on transportation requirements of clients. Shift duration can be from 8 to 12 per day, maximum of 40 hours per week. May be required to work statutory holidays based on transportation requirements of clients. Job Requirements

Minimum Glass G driver’s license. Clean vulnerable sector check from the local police service (e.g. Ottawa). Current immunization record (including Tetanus, Diphtheria, Hepatitis B, Tuberculosis, Poliomyelitis, COVID). Standard First Aid with CPR + AED for adults and children by Canadian Red Cross or equivalent.Bilingualism is an asset. Effective oral and written communication skills are essential. Must be a compassionate and caring person. Customer service driven. A professional attitude under all circumstances. Punctual and reliable. Must wear employer supplied uniform and identification badge. Working Conditions

Required to drive long distances in and out of the city of Ottawa, may include inter provincial (Quebec) or international travel (US)– up to 250 KM per shift. Physically demanding work to mobilize/transfer patients in wheelchairs, stretchers, Broda Chairs and neonatal incubators, including patients that are bariatric (>250 pounds). Emotionally demanding work transporting patients/students with a variety of physical and mental health concerns. May include working independently and or with another driver. Required to use personal cellular phone to communicate with the Angels Dispatcher, Drivers and Management.Job Types

Full time, Permanent Pay

$18.00-$22.00 per hour Language

English (required) French (required) Work Location

On the road

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