Full-time, Patient Transport Driver Springfield

Full-Time, Patient Transport Driver SpringfieldSalary Range $17.68 - $18.77 HourlyPosition Type Full TimeEducation Level High School/GED EquivalentDescriptionJoin Team AMT! Now hiring for full-time, Patient Transport Technician in Springfield!Advanced Medical Transport (AMT) is the premier provider of emergency and scheduled ambulance and patient transport services in Central and Western Illinois, as well as parts of Iowa. AMT is a private, not-for-profit organization operated for community benefit.As a patient transport technician, you will be responsible for ensuring compassionate, safe and efficient transfer between facilities for adult behavioral health patients. You will be part of the Illinois Patient Transfer, or IPT, team supporting hospitals, patients and families across the state.This role is based in Springfield and will work variable shifts/hours during the week and alternating weekends. Please be aware that transports are assigned throughout the scheduled shift hours. It is common for technicians in this role to work well-past their scheduled shift end times.Job Duties:Supervise patients during transportationProvide proper de-escalation and aggression prevention techniques as requiredAssist facility staff with escorting both the patient and belongings to and from the vehicleMaintain current State of Illinois drivers licenseMaintain a professional appearance and attitude at all timesPresent and promote a positive company imageAdvanced Medical Transport provides competitive benefits:403(b) account with 50% company matchPaid Time OffHoliday Pay six paid holidays each year: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas DayPayroll Direct DepositFurnished UniformsPaid Continuing EducationTuition ReimbursementSign-on Bonuses for Clinical positionsEmployee Assistance ProgramMedical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, as well as flex-spending or HSA accountsDisabilityLife InsuranceFitness Center MembershipsQualificationsRequired Qualifications:High school diploma or general education degree (GED) requiredValid Illinois Driver's license requiredAbility to bend, pull, push, and lift up to 25 pounds and pushing a wheelchair with up to a 350 pound patient (subject to physical exam)Successful completion of AMTs Management of Aggressive Behavior Training