Job Description

Join our team and make a meaningful impact every day! Meritus Health is seeking a compassionate and reliable Courtesy Van Driver to support our patient care team by providing safe and timely transportation services. If you’re passionate about helping others and enjoy being on the move, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate wheelchair and courtesy vans, ensuring vehicles are road-ready with daily safety checks.

• Assist patients in and out of vehicles, including navigating steps, uneven terrain, and doorways.

• Transport discharged patients, lab specimens, equipment, and supplies across various locations.

• Support healthcare staff with patient transfers and ensure proper use of seat belts and wheelchair tie-downs.

• Provide exceptional customer service with a “Happy to Help” attitude, offering comfort and encouragement to patients and families.

• Maintain accurate travel logs and report any unusual occurrences or vehicle issues.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Experience: Prior experience driving commercial or transport vehicles preferred. Familiarity with the Tri-State area and ability to drive in inclement weather is a plus.

• Licensure/Certification:

  • Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record (no moving violations in the past 3 years preferred).

  • Current BLS (CPR) certification required.

  • Annual certified copy of driving record required.

  • Must sign “Attestation A” of Meritus Vehicle Management Use and Control policy.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and ability to concentrate in dynamic environments.

• Map reading and basic technology skills for navigation and communication.

• Physical dexterity to operate vans, wheelchair lifts, and safety equipment.

• Excellent bedside manner and customer service focus.

Physical & Mental Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 50 lbs.).

• Continuous attention to detail and oral communication.

• Occasional exposure to extreme temperatures and body fluids.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.