Ministry Transportation Coordinator (PRN)

At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility — we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We’re more than just a place to work; we’re a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.

Job Description :

Job Summary

Responsible for safely transporting patients to and from medical appointments using the HCS Van Ministry. Provides curb-to-curb service for patients with limited resources within a specified service area. Ensures timely and reliable transportation for a variety of outpatient services and treatments. Coordinates schedules to accommodate patient needs and appointment times. Supports patient access to essential healthcare services through compassionate and dependable service.

Essential Functions

Transports patients to medical appointments as scheduled.

Maintains safety of patients during transport using safety belts and necessary accommodations.

Operates all vehicle equipment, including wheelchair lifts, tie-downs, cellular phones, and pagers.

Completes written daily schedules and logs to ensure efficient patient transport.

Performs routine safety and maintenance checks on the vehicle and keeps the vehicle clean.

Maintains current CPR and First Aid certification.

Demonstrates a safe driving record and maintains a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent experience

Experience Requirement

3-5 years of driving experience

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

All experience must be paid and in the same related field.

Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.

Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Driver's License

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional ( B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional ( E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional ( G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional ( K. Job-related travel: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

L. Loud noises: 2. Occasional ( M. Temperature extremes: 2. Occasional ( N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional ( O. Radiation: 1. Never

P. Burns: 1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional ( R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 1. Never

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never

T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; intermittent performance of tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing or data entry); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves occasional risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning equipment or materials; occasional risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; intermittent job-related travel; and occasional exposure to loud noises, temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, and cuts/punctures.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department :

Community Relations

Shift :

Days (United States of America)

Time Type :

Address :

2440 Carter Avenue

City, State :

Ashland, Kentucky