Driver - PRN/As Needed

Overview

UnityPoint Clinic- PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly)

Driver 

Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM

*PRN/As Needed*

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults by providing safe, reliable transportation and compassionate support to PACE participants. In this role, you will transport participants to appointments and program activities, assist with ensuring their comfort and safety, and help deliver supplies and equipment as needed. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, values exceptional customer service, and wants to be part of a team dedicated to enhancing quality of life for seniors. 

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, reliable transportation for PACE participants to appointments and program activities while delivering exceptional customer service.  
• Assist participants with mobility needs, including wheelchair transport, ambulation, transfers, and home access.  
• Monitor participant well-being, communicate changes in health or home conditions, respond appropriately to emergencies, and help create a welcoming, supportive environment.  
• Follow transportation schedules, safety procedures, and all traffic laws while working independently and collaboratively with the care team. 
• Maintain vehicles in a safe, clean, and ready-to-operate condition through daily inspections, fueling, and routine safety checks.  
• Monitor vehicle performance, report maintenance needs, and support reliable transportation services across the PACE program.  
• Participate in an after-hours on-call rotation as needed. 

Qualifications

Education: 

• High School graduate/GED required, or equivalent work experience. 

Experience: 

• One (1) year of experience working with the frail or elderly population preferred.  
• At least six (6) months experience transporting individuals with special mobility needs strongly preferred. 

License(s)/Certification(s): 

• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BCLS) within 30 days of hire.  
• Valid driver’s license (Chauffer’s Endorsement for IA license if determined necessary by Market), and good driving record required.  
• IA Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training in state(s) where providing care required within 60 days of hire. 
• IL Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training in state(s) where providing care required within 60 days of hire.  
• IA Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 60 days of hire.  
• IL Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 60 days of hire.