Wheelcare, LLC is a leader in Non-Emergency Medical Transportation in the Southeast. We have a solid reputation for safety, reliability and caring for our customers. Our promise is to earn our customer’s trust by assisting with all their Non-Emergency Medical Transportation.
The Driver position starts at $14.50 per hour, working 20-35 hours per week.
Driving a provided WheelCare, LLC van is required while assisting, and securing passengers during transport. Most trips are local but may be long distance as well as 24/7. Training will be provided.
Hiring is dependent on passing drug, background and MVR screens.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must have a valid driver’s license with 3-years verifiable driving experience.
- Must have a clean driving record for last 7 years - No DUI/DWI's and No Suspensions.
- Must have reliable transportation to work.
- Must be able to drive a van with wheelchair ramp.
- Clean background (past 7 years)- No arrests. A background check will be run.
- Must be able to comply with physical demands below.
- Must be responsive to calls as communication with Dispatch is essential.
- Must be punctual and flexible with schedule in relation to business needs AM and PM.
- Must be able to communicate with customers and dispatchers effectively and clearly.
- Bilingual is a plus, but must speak, read, and write English.
- Must have an ability to be trained, coached, and counseled.
JOB DUTIES:
- Safely transport clients to medical and non-medical appointments.
- Safely transport wheelchair bound and ambulatory clients.
- Safely operate wheelchair van (company vehicle provided).
- Keeping accurate electronic logs.
- A geographic knowledge of the area is a plus.
- Know how to operate a smart phone. Cell allowance is provided.
- Drivers are responsible for keeping their vehicles clean, inside and out, with company provided supplies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Ability to safely escort clients in manual wheelchairs.
- Ability to stoop, bend, kneel, and stretch in confided spaces.
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50lbs.
- Ability to safely assist clients walking with or without a walker.
- Eyesight must comply with the standards set forth by the O.D.O.T. for day and night driving; may be corrected with the aid of prescription eyewear.
- Hearing of low and high frequencies is required and may be corrected with the use of hearing aids.
Provided Training Required:
- CPR & First Aid Certificate (company paid).
- Passenger Assistance Certificate (company paid).
- Defensive Driving Certificate (company paid).
- Wheelchair securement Certificate (company paid).
DRESS CODE:
- Must adhere to dress code (company provides shirts).
- Drivers are required to wear a mask when requested by the customer. (company provided mask).
OTHER:
- Part-time work is available but additional hours may be required.
- Bonus pay per passenger transported.
- 12 hours of training time is paid once driver reports to first trip.
Wheelcare LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a Drug-Free Workplace and ADA Compliant. Above physical requirements must be met as a condition of employment.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $14.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid training
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Are you available to work as late as 7 p.m.?
- Why are you an ideal candidate for this position?
- Do you live within 15 miles of Gadsden, AL?
Experience:
- Driving: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Gadsden, AL: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person