Ambulette Driver
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on4, East 64th Street, Lenox Hill, Manhattan Community Board 8, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10065, United States
About LaSante Health Center
LaSante Health Center is a federally qualified, multispecialty practice located in Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Brooklyn. We serve a diverse community including Flatbush, East Flatbush, Crown Heights, Park Slope, Little Haiti, and Little Caribbean. Our board-certified physicians provide comprehensive care across family medicine, pediatrics, adult care, preventive services, dentistry, podiatry, optometry, women's health, and behavioral health programs.
About the Role
We are seeking a reliable and professional Ambulette Driver to support safe and timely transportation for our patients. This role is vital to ensuring that members with disabilities and mobility limitations can access the comprehensive care they need. You will be the face of LaSante during transit, demonstrating consistent punctuality and a deep commitment to professionalism while prioritizing patient safety and quality service.
In this position, you will operate ambulette buses with a focus on defensive driving and adherence to all traffic laws. Your day will involve providing courteous and compassionate assistance to members, including safely operating vehicle lifts and securement systems to assist with boarding and exiting. You will also maintain the cleanliness and sanitary condition of the vehicles and ensure accurate documentation of trips and inspections using mobile applications.
Shift Availability
We offer flexible scheduling to meet the needs of our patients and our team. Weekday, weekend, and holiday shifts are available. Full-time schedules (40+ hours per week) are required, with weekend and holiday availability preferred.
Work location
Work model: On-site
4, East 64th Street, Lenox Hill, Manhattan Community Board 8, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10065, United States
New York, New York
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleSafely transport disabled and mobility-limited members to medical appointments and approved destinations
- check_circleOperate ambulette buses in a safe, defensive manner in accordance with traffic laws and organizational policies
- check_circleAssist members with boarding and exiting the vehicle by operating vehicle lifts and securement systems
- check_circleEscort members to and from the vehicle to ensure safe transfers
- check_circleConduct required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report mechanical or safety concerns
- check_circleMaintain cleanliness and sanitary condition of vehicles including interior surfaces and passenger areas
- check_circleAccurately complete trip logs, inspection reports, and documentation using mobile applications or electronic systems
- check_circleCommunicate effectively with dispatch, supervisors, and clinic staff regarding schedules, delays, or member needs
Requirements
- verifiedHigh school diploma or equivalent
- verifiedValid New York State driver's license held for minimum 3 years
- verifiedClean driving record with no current license points
- verifiedProficiency with smartphones and mobile applications
- verifiedBasic working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- verifiedAbility to work full-time schedules (40+ hours per week)
Nice to Have
Prior experience operating a bus or mini-bus. Weekend and/or holiday availability.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: New York State Driver's License, Mobile Applications, Microsoft Excel.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Frequently asked questions about Ambulette Driver at LaSante Health Center
What does a Ambulette Driver at LaSante Health Center do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Ambulette Driver at LaSante Health Center will safely transport disabled and mobility-limited members to medical appointments and approved destinations; operate ambulette buses in a safe, defensive manner in accordance with traffic laws and organizational policies; assist members with boarding and exiting the vehicle by operating vehicle lifts and securement systems; and escort members to and from the vehicle to ensure safe transfers.
What are the requirements for this Ambulette Driver role?expand_more
To qualify for the Ambulette Driver at LaSante Health Center position, applicants should have: High school diploma or equivalent; Valid New York State driver's license held for minimum 3 years; Clean driving record with no current license points; Proficiency with smartphones and mobile applications; Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Excel; and Ability to work full-time schedules (40+ hours per week).
Where is the Ambulette Driver role at LaSante Health Center located?expand_more
Ambulette Driver at LaSante Health Center is based in 4, East 64th Street, Lenox Hill, Manhattan Community Board 8, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10065, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Ambulette Driver job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
LaSante Health Center has listed this Ambulette Driver role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Ambulette Driver role?expand_more
Ambulette Driver at LaSante Health Center typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Ambulette Driver at LaSante Health Center include New York State Driver's License; Mobile Applications; and Microsoft Excel.
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Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or equivalent required.
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Ambulette Driver at LaSante Health Center is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.
About LaSante Health Center
LaSante Health Center operates within the Hospitals and Health Care industry, with its headquarters located in Brooklyn, New York. The organization functions as a comprehensive medical suite providing dental, medical, and specialty care to patients across all age groups. Services are delivered without discrimination based on age, illness, orientation, residency status, or financial ability to pay. The facility is staffed by doctors and nurses who are members of the local community, ensuring that high-quality care remains accessible to everyone rather than just those with extensive insurance coverage.
Established to address significant healthcare disparities in Brooklyn, LaSante focuses on preventing chronic conditions that are prevalent in the area, including hypertension, diabetes, hyperglycemia, infectious diseases, obesity, and cardiac conditions. The organization aims to reverse negative health statistics through community-based services and comprehensive preventive care. By making essential medical resources available to the residents it serves, the center works to improve overall public health outcomes in the neighborhood.
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