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 (< 10% of the time)

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 (< 10% of the time)

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 (< 10% of the time)

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 (< 10% of the time)

K. Job-related travel: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

L. Loud noises: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

M. Temperature extremes: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

O. Radiation: 1. Never

P. Burns: 1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

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