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Community Health Transportation Worker Lower Sioux Indian Community

Lower Sioux, Juneau, AK, United States


POSITION:

Community Health Transportation Worker

DEPARTMENT:

Lower Sioux Community Health Department

REPORTS TO:

Lower Sioux Community Health Director

SALARY:

$15 per hour

STATUS:

Temporary casual, potential for permanent, primarily days (M-F) with some early am and evening hours

Any employment offer is contingent on results of a drug and alcohol test as a condition of obtaining employment

American Indian/Alaska Native preference applies for equally qualified candidates

Must pass a health care background check allowing candidate to work in Minnesota

Must possess a valid Minnesota driver’s license and be insurable under the tribe’s auto insurance

POSITION SUMMARY
The Community Transportation worker provides transportation to medical and dental appointments if a community vehicle is available and if all resources (family/friends) have been exhausted. Works with Community Health Representative to coordinate transports. Works as part of the health care team including community health and Lower Sioux Health Care Center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Manages patient transport schedule; enforces transportation policy

Reports the health care needs of clients to community health nurse

Interfaces with other departments in an appropriate manner to facilitate client care

Returns patient calls in a timely manner

Communicates with care givers as needed

Maintains patient confidentiality, privacy and dignity at all times

Maintains cleanliness of vehicle and work environment

Complies with OSHA standards for safety and infection prevention

Supports mission and values of Lower Sioux Health Care Center and Lower Sioux Indian Community

Maintains a customer and patient focus

Represents Lower Sioux Health Care Center and the Lower Sioux Indian Community in a positive and professional manner at all times.

Communicates openly and honestly with providers, leadership and coworkers

Follows dress code

Acts in a respectful manner and maintain a professional demeanor and presentation at all times

Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Education and Experience

High school diploma or successful completion of a GED preferred

Skills & Qualifications

Ability to manage time effectively

Ability to communicate effectively using cell phone; returning calls

Knowledge and experience working with Native American communities, culture and tribal programs

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Must have a current driver’s license, reliable personal transportation, proof of current insurance coverage, and insurability under the tribe’s auto insurance policy

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