Driver / Community Health Associate - Per Diem

Virtua
United States, New Jersey, Camden
1600 Haddon Avenue (Show on map)
Nov 09, 2024
At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 otherlocations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through ourEat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics. Employment Type: Employee Employment Classification: Per Diem Time Type: Part time Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America) Total Weekly Hours: 0 Location: Camden - 1000 Atlantic Avenue Camden, NJ Additional Locations: Job Information: Per diem driver needed to pick, deliver, and stock food for the Virtua Food Pantry program. Needed for shuttling food from Berlin storage site to both Food Pantry locations in Mt. Holly and Camden. Will be responsible for picking food from Food Pantry storage area, loading Virtua vehicle, delivering food to Food Pantry locations and stocking shelves upon arrival. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must have CDL (with passenger endorsement) Schedule - Mondays; 8am - 12pm / Fridays: 8am -12pm / can be flexible with 3rd day Summary: Transports materials, patients and/or employees throughout the system in a safe and timely manner. Maintains the cleaning and maintenance schedule for the vehicle. Maintains a clean driving record and follows all New Jersey driving laws. Position Responsibilities: * Transports materials, patients, or employees throughout the system as directed. Maintains a good working relationship with and assists patients on and off the van as needed. Loads and unloads materials as required. Recognizes and triage any patient concerns or problems to the appropriate staff when appropriate. Drives the Vehicle Safely at all times, maintaining a clean driving record. * Ability to create the best possible schedules and route for meeting department objectives. * Performs basic office duties while waiting for patients or downtime. * Maintains schedule for routine vehicle service and reports any vehicle malfunctions quickly to supervisor for evaluation and schedules such repair. * Maintains a clean vehicle and inspects the vehicle daily to ensure that the vehicle is in proper working order. Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required: 2 years driving experience. CDL driver's license w/ passenger endorsement Required Education: High School degree or equivalent. Training/Certifications/Licensure: Driver's License Abstract must meet Virtua Health's insurance carrier standards. CDL driver's license w/ passenger endorsement CPR where transporting patients. Defensive driving course preferred.