Employment Opportunities

Transportation Driver

This position is currently open.
Public?: 
Public
Division: 
Health
Reports To: 
Transportation Director
Type of Position: 
Temporary
Location: 
Little Axe Health Center / 15951 Little Axe Dr. / Norman, OK 73026

General Description

This position is located within the Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Health Programs at the Little Axe Health Center in Norman, OK. The purpose of this position is to coordinate the transportation of eligible tribal citizens to their medical appointments.  

Responsibilities

  • Provide non-emergency medical for eligible tribal members requiring transportation to and from their medical appointments.
  • Complete and maintain travel logs, new daily transports/deliveries, and provide monthly statistical date for program reporting. Responsible for vehicle maintenance and upkeep.
  • Works as a team with other Transportation staff.
  • Complete basic assessment of patient’s environment to determine program eligibility.
  • Drivers will keep in contact with dispatch by using cell phone that is provided. It is the responsibility of the drive to let dispatch know when a problem arises with picking up or dropping off patients.
  • Also may be required to perform other related duties as requested.

Education Requirements

Native American Preference/EEO/Drug Free Workplace
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Must possess a valid Oklahoma driver’s license and be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
  • Must be available to work flexible hours.
  • Must be able to obtain CPR Certification.
  • Must be able to follow instructions/directions and GPS.
  • Must be willing to work under adverse conditions and varied hours, no set breaks or lunch times.
  • Must be able to safely operate the vehicle provided by the AST Health System for transportation.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with peers and superiors.
  • Be culturally sensitive to Native population and needs.
  • Must be able to handle unpleasant customers and remain courteous and considerate during those times.
  • Must be able to professionally relate and communicate effectively and efficiently with the public.
  • Must be able to follow all instructions, written and oral.
  • Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
Posted Date: 
5 years 10 months ago
Closing Date: 
Wednesday, June 20, 2018