Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Wheelchair Van Driver? At Portsmouth Ambulance, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.
Job Summary and Qualifications
The Wheelchair Van Driver provides safe, courteous, and reliable non-emergency transportation for patients requiring wheelchair assistance between hospitals, rehabilitation centers, skilled nursing facilities, and home settings. The driver represents Portsmouth Regional Hospital with professionalism and compassion, ensuring that each patient’s comfort, dignity, and safety are maintained throughout the transport process.
This position is a vital member of the Medical Transport Team, supporting the hospital’s mission of delivering safe, skilled, and compassionate care while promoting an excellent patient experience.
What will you do in this role:
- Provide prompt, safe, and courteous transport of wheelchair-bound or mobility-limited patients to and from healthcare or residential locations.
- Assist patients with embarking, securing, and disembarking the vehicle, always ensuring safety and dignity.
- Operate wheelchair lifts, restraints, and securing systems in compliance with hospital policies and manufacturer specifications.
- Communicate professionally with dispatch, nursing units, and receiving facilities regarding pick-up times, destinations, and special needs.
- Maintain situational awareness, including weather, traffic, and road conditions, to ensure timely service.
- Complete transport documentation accurately, including mileage, pickup/drop-off times, and any notable incidents.
- Clean and restock vehicle as needed, ensuring it always remains ready for service.
- Report vehicle maintenance needs, safety concerns, or delays to the supervisor or dispatcher promptly.
What qualifications will you need:
High school diploma or GED required. Valid driver’s license free from restrictions and insurable by hospital insurance company. 1-3 years of relevant work experience. Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of the beginning of employment.
Benefits
Portsmouth Ambulance, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Wheelchair Van Driver opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
