Mobile Assistance Vehicle Tech

The Mobile Assistance Vehicle Technician provides transportation service, including the use of wheel chairs, of non-emergency patients. This includes transporting patients safely and accurately under all conditions including extremes in climate and in varied environments. The MAV Technician provides clear and properly executed documentation of transport. This position insures patient transportation needs are accomplished by performing assigned driving tasks. All services provided will be appropriate to the age of the patient. The MAV Technician communicates effectively with customers to explain procedures, answer routine questions, establish rapport, etc. This position acts in a professional manner and maintains an effective working relationship with members of other agencies, hospital and long term facility personnel, patients and families, etc. This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and cooperation.

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: High School graduate or equivalent required.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Mobile Assistance Vehicle Technician certification and BLS certification through American Heart Association required within 90 days of hire or transfer and a valid driver’s license required.

EXPERIENCE: Experience with healthcare/medical emergency or related field preferred. PERFORMANCE

EXPECTATIONS Demonstrates the competencies as established on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment, including exposure to infectious disease, hazardous substances, and potential injury. Potential for Psychological and physical stress. Work involves exposure to various climate extremes and weather conditions and exposure to disagreeable odors and body wastes. Must be able to lift and carry heavy equipment or patients (50+ pounds, assisted or unassisted).

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP This position reports to EMS Supervisor.

The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.