Bus Driver

Status: Full-Time

Wage: $16.28 - $20 DOE

Location:  Avamere Rehabilitation of Shoreline - 1250 NE 145th St, Shoreline, WA 98155

The Bus Driver will be responsible for safely transporting residents in a courteous and professional manner. This role involves operating the facility's bus or van, maintaining the vehicle, and ensuring a positive experience for residents during transportation.

This role may also assist with housekeeping and/or facility maintenance when driving not needed, to maintain full-time hours

Responsibilities 

This role works alongside our care team in transporting our new patients to our facility from local hospital settings. This can include assistance getting in and out of transport vehicle with or without wheelchairs. Pick up and deliver geriatric, frail and/or physically limited patients from designated hospitals in our specific wheelchair transport van Maintain defensive driving. Assist passengers in and out of vehicle, and operate ramps, lifts and securement devices. Read and interpret maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient route service for residents. Keep vehicles clean inside and out, perform minor maintenance on vehicle, and schedule major and periodic vehicle maintenance as needed. Maintain accurate, up to date records on trip sheets, fuel purchases, incident and accident reports, and vehicle condition reports. Respond immediately to accident and medical emergencies by notifying emergency response providers and rendering first aid until emergency providers arrive. 

Qualifications 

High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be at least 25 years of age Must have a valid driver’s license in this state, with a clean driving record. Knowledge and experience caring for and interacting with residents of this nature. Previous experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant a plus Must present a professional appearance and reputation to represent Avamere and this facility. Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines. Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.

Employee Perks:

Tuition assistance Mentorship opportunities Career development Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services and more Generous employee referral program Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually) 401K retirement plan with employer match Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage Access up to 50% of your net earned income before payday

 Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.