Transportation Associate at NeighborHealth Corporation in East Boston, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Thank you for your interest in a career at NeighborHealth, formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center!

Everywhere you turn, you can feel the immeasurable level of enthusiasm here at NeighborHealth! We are one of the largest community health centers in the country, supporting the greater Boston area and focusing on the well-being of our patients and local community. From the nurses and physicians on the front line of patient care, to the managers who lead and guide our staff, to the many support roles that keep our facilities running smoothly - everyone plays a vital role in improving medicine for our patients.

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Time Type:

Full time

Department:

Transportation

All Locations:

135 Bremen Street

Position Summary:

The Transportation Associate provides transportation services to the East Boston Neighborhood Health Center PACE centers, serving the frail elderly, and providing courier services between EBNHC locations and PACE sites.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Offers emotional and physical support to frail elderly patients and families.


• Transports participants to/from inside their homes to/from the assigned PACE Center or appointment (via stair chair carry, wheelchair or walking assistance).


• Properly secures participants, equipment and other items in the van prior to operating the vehicle.


• Operates vehicle(s) in a manner that meets the NeighborHealth transportation requirements.


• Maintains vehicles and adjunct equipment in a manner that meets the NeighborHealth transportation requirements.


• Operates, uses and understands adjunct equipment used in the performance of the job.


• Follows proper procedures for loading and unloading participants on the vehicle using the lift or stairs.


• Cooperates with intake and assessment team in the evaluation and re-evaluation of program participants.


• Follows Infection Control procedures.


• Provides courier service between NeighborHealth locations and PACE sites.


• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• HS Diploma/GED required.


• Current MA driver’s license


• Safe driving record for three years. Must provide a True and Attested Driving Record from the Mass Department of Transportation.


• A Department of Transportation Medical Certification Driver Fitness Examination will also be required

Hourly Rate: $21.00/hr.

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