DRIVER

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You were meant for Hopkins. Grand Oaks (Sibley Memorial Hospital) is a private, not-for-profit, community health care provider, governed by a community-based board of trustees. We can offer the most advanced, innovative technology with the collaboration and teamwork typically found in a community hospital. Our exceptional employee development programs offer unlimited career growth potential.

What Awaits You?

• Career growth and development
• Diverse and collaborative working environment
• Paid Time Off
• Affordable and comprehensive benefits package

The Driver is responsible for providing safe, timely, and courteous transportation for residents to and from various activities while providing quality service. To maintain paperwork and records in addition to maintaining the community's vehicles in good working condition to include monthly and pre-trip vehicle inspections. Responsible for ensuring effective communication with residents, families, and for notifying the Assisted Living Coordinator and or Oasis Coordinator of any changes in a resident's condition or behavior. Responsible for reading the Daily Log and for making appropriate entries as needed.

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Location:

Grand Oaks

Washington D.C.

Shift:

FT/Days

Education:

• High school diploma or GED desired.
• Must have appropriate federal and state license with an acceptable driving record
  in accordance with federal Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and
  state regulations.
  
  
• Commercial driver's license (CDL) may be required.
• Must be knowledgeable of all safety precautions and comply with safety
  procedures.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Driving

• Provides transportation services for residents.
• Assists residents with any special needs during transportation; such as the
  following but not limited to, carrying packages, opening doors, assisting
  residents onto and out of the vehicle, and to the point of destination required.
• Always Maintains focus on driving; directs tasks and passenger
  interactions to on-board support staff while vehicle is in motion.
• Personal cell phone usage is NOT allowed at any time while performing
  Driver duties.
• Provides miscellaneous pick-up and delivery services as needed.
• Always demonstrates positive resident relations.
• Demonstrates safety, loss prevention, and infection control procedures.
• Coordinates the activities of other Grand Oaks team members who are
  performing in a driver assistance role, "spotter", or resident care capacity.
• Competent knowledge of local area including traffic patterns to
  closely estimate travel times and plans appropriate routes to destinations.
• Resident safety should be observed and always considered.
• Reports any resident's change of condition to Assisted Living Coordinator and
  or Oasis Coordinator.

Vehicle Maintenance and Supplies

• Maintains all community vehicles in good working condition, including
  cleanliness, fully charged community cell phone, equipment, check-in
  lights and operation of vehicle, fire extinguishers, first aid supplies, blood
  spill clean-up kit, and other safety equipment or assistive devices (step
  stool to assist residents onto and off the vehicle).
• Performs routine preventative maintenance as directed by Grand Oaks
  policy, federal, and state requirements as applicable and all regular state
  and local inspections, permits, and registration requirements.
• Maintains all tools, equipment, and supplies in proper condition.
• Assists with the Grand Oaks vehicle(s) registration and license plates
  renewal process.
• Inspects and documents vehicle condition on a monthly and per trip basis,
  completing the approved Grand Oaks forms.
• Handles and stores oxygen and other potentially dangerous materials in
  accordance with Grand Oaks policy and authority having jurisdiction.
  
  

Risk Management and Safety

• Partners with community team to ensure community is in compliance with
  OSHA requirements and promotion of Risk Management programs and
  policies; adherence to safety rules and regulations.
• Practices safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective
  Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets),
  and Lockout Tagout procedures.
  
  

General

• Successfully completes and passes all pre-employment, post-accident, and
  annual random drug and alcohol screening as applicable per federal
  Department of Transportation (DOT) and state regulations.
• Attends in-services as required by federal and state regulations and as
  needed.
• Responds in a timely manner to requests and concerns from residents, family
  members, and team members.
• Maintains and protects the confidentiality of resident information at all times.
• Notifies the Assisted Living Coordinator and/or Oasis Coordinator of any
  resident concern and/or change in condition. Immediately reports all vehicle accidents, incidents, and safety problems to the Executive Director.
• Reviews, reads, notates, and initials Transportation Log for any needs and or
  requests and to learn about pertinent information and any resident's physical
  and behavioral changes.
• Trains Grand Oaks team members on driving, driver assistance procedures,
  "spotting", vehicle maintenance, and safety as needed.
• Adheres to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and Grand Oaks
  policies pertaining to DOT drivers.

Training and Contributing to Team Success

• Actively participates as a member of a team and committed to working toward
  team goals.

• Committed to serving our residents and guests through our Principles of
  Service.
• Contributes to the overall engagement programs and processes (customer
  and team member engagement) including participating in the team member
  engagement survey and engagement improvement planning workshops.
• Attends regular meetings; Town Hall, Department Team Meetings, Cross
  Over, and others as directed by the Supervisor/Department Coordinator.
  
  

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to react calmly in emergency situations and be considerate.

• Ability to operate a chair lift and secure regular and mechanical wheelchairs and
  scooters.
• Ability to work semi-independently without direct supervision by following all
  community procedures and guidelines and having the ability to follow through on
  assigned tasks and demonstrate initiative.
• Able to make responsible choices and decisions and act in a resident's best
  interest.
• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication.
  Competent in organizational, time management skills and handling multiple
  
  

Our competitive Benefit Package is designed to support the well-being and financial security of our employees and includes:

• Full medical, dental, and vision plans,
• Retirement plans,
• Paid time off (PTO),
• Tuition reimbursement for you and your dependents,
• Earn up to $1,000 annually for practicing self-care with Healthy @ Hopkins
• Tell a friend and get paid! Ask about our Employee Referral Program Bonus!
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Important Notices:

***Authorization to Work in the United States:Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the fu

Salary Range: Minimum 17.76/hour - Maximum 26.73/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.

In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

JHM prioritizes the health and well-being of every employee. Come be healthy at Hopkins!

Diversity and Inclusion are Johns Hopkins Medicine Core Values. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.