Transporter

TRANSPORTERStep 5 ($29,263) Step 24 ($51,313)Full-Time BenefitsRegular Full -TimeThe primary purpose of this position is to provide non-emergency transport for KlamathTribal members to and from medically related appointments. The Transporter will assistclients as necessary such as transferring clients from a wheelchair into the transportvehicle and back or entering/exiting the transport vehicle. Transport destinations willvary and may require an overnight stay. The general service area is Klamath County.The extended service area includes, but is not limited to, Portland, Bend, Eugene, andMedford, Salem, Pendleton and other locations within the state of Oregon. Operation ofa Tribal vehicle will be in accordance with KTHFS policies and procedures; as well asOregon State and Federal Transportation Laws.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. Check with Community Transportation Program Supervisor at least ten minutesbefore scheduled departure time to coordinate any changes in the daysassignments and adjust route accordingly.Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services3949 South 6th StreetKlamath Falls, OR 97603Phone: (541) 882-1487 or 1-800-552-6290HR Fax: (541) 273-4564OPEN: 02/10/22CLOSE: 02/25/22Position Description: Transporter Page 2 of 7Revised: 01-14-222. Walk around the vehicle to observe visually any defects and check operating system brakes, horn, windshield wipers, lights, first aid kits, emergency flashers, hydrauliclifts and door opening devices before starting trip. Verify the working condition ofcellular phone, vehicle camera, and A. E.D assigned with supervisor or otherdesignated staff member and adhere to approved infection control measures priorto departure.3. Pick up clients at their home or the designated facility. Provide assistance asrequired with boarding clients and accompanying caregiver. Ensure wheelchairclients and all children eight years old and younger and/or 49 or under in heightare properly secured in an appropriate restraint system. All passengers must beproperly secured before starting vehicle.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIESAbility and the knowledge of the importance of maintaining strict confidentiality of allrecords and information pertinent to the nature of the work. Must maintain strictconfidentiality of medical information and adhere t