Skilled Nursing Transportation Driver

Skilled Nursing Transportation Driver – Full-Time

Safe Travels & Compassionate Care at Peninsula Post Acute

Are you a professional driver who takes pride in providing safe, reliable service? Peninsula Post Acute is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Transportation Driver to join our team! This is a vital full-time role where you serve as a key link between our facility and our residents' critical medical appointments throughout the Peninsula.

The Opportunity:

• Position: Full-Time Driver / Healthcare Transportation

• Location: Peninsula Post Acute — Burlingame, CA

• Rate: $30.00 per hour

• Benefits: Comprehensive Full-Time Benefits Package

Why Join Peninsula Post Acute?

• Competitive Pay: $30.00/hr.

• Full Benefits: Secure your health and future with Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance.

• Retirement Security: 401(k) retirement plan available.

• Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and a consistent full-time schedule.

• Meaningful Work: You aren't just driving a vehicle—you are ensuring our residents get to their life-sustaining appointments safely and comfortably.

Your Impact & Responsibilities:

Safe Resident Transport: Operate facility vehicles, including wheelchair-accessible vans and gurney-capable transport vehicles, to safely transport residents to and from medical appointments, dialysis treatments, hospital discharges, specialist visits, and community outings.

Patient Assistance: Assist residents with boarding and exiting vehicles using appropriate safety techniques. Safely secure wheelchairs and gurneys, ensure all seat belts, restraints, and locking systems are properly engaged, and provide physical assistance as needed while maintaining resident dignity and comfort.

Gurney Transport Support: Safely transport residents requiring stretcher/gurney accommodations in accordance with company policies and applicable safety regulations. Work collaboratively with nursing staff and healthcare providers during transfers to ensure safe patient handling and continuity of care.

Route Management: Plan efficient routes throughout the Peninsula to ensure residents arrive on time for scheduled appointments while accommodating schedule changes and traffic conditions.

Vehicle Maintenance: Perform daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, report mechanical or safety concerns promptly, and maintain a clean, organized, and professional vehicle interior.

Communication & Coordination: Coordinate closely with the Nursing and Admissions departments to manage daily transportation schedules, transportation logs, appointment updates, and resident needs.

Compassionate Service: Deliver a friendly, patient, and professional experience for every resident, prioritizing safety, respect, comfort, and exceptional customer service during every trip.

Safety & Compliance: Follow all applicable traffic laws, infection control procedures, facility policies, and safe patient handling protocols. Maintain required driver's licenses, certifications, and training for wheelchair and gurney transport.

Qualifications:

• Driving Record: Must possess a current, valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record (no major violations).

• Experience: Previous experience in medical transport, senior living, or professional driving is highly preferred.

• Interpersonal Skills: A patient, compassionate, and helpful attitude toward seniors and individuals with mobility challenges.

• Reliability: Excellent attendance and punctuality are essential to ensure our residents never miss a clinical appointment.

Ready to get behind the wheel of a rewarding career?

Apply today to join the Transportation Team at Peninsula Post Acute!

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.