Public Health Mobile Unit Driver

Overview GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Mobile Unit Driver plays a crucial role in delivering preventative services to underserved communities by safely transporting the mobile unit to various locations. This position requires a strong commitment to community health, excellent driving skills, and collaboration with public health professionals and support staff. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). • Previous experience driving commercial vehicles or transport preferred. COMPENTENCIES • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite • Excellent verbal and written communication • Ability to build strong working relationships • Basic math and computer skills • Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills • Meticulous attention to detail PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. There are no special vision requirements. CERTIFICATES, LICENES, REGISTRATIONS • Must possess a valid driver's license with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets the requirements for Cherokee Nation underwriting rating. Commercial Driver License (CDL) preferred. OTHER REQUIREMENTS • The employee must not be and will not be under sanction by the United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) or by the General Services Administration (GSA) or listed on the OIG's Cumulative Sanction Report, or the GSA's List of Excluded Providers, or listed on the OIG's List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). • Must meet and maintain pre-employment and periodic background investigation and adjudication for child care. occasional evenings and weekends If you would like to schedule time to speak with an HR Recruiter to discuss your application/resume, please click here, Book time with HR Recruiter . You will need to join the meeting on Teams or dial in by phone. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Safely operates, drives, and maintains the mobile unit to and from designated locations. • Ensures the mobile unit is stocked, organized, and functioning properly before each community event. • Conducts daily inspections of the vehicle and report any maintenance needs promptly. • Works closely with the nursing team to coordinate schedules and ensure timely arrival at locations. • Interacts with external partners regarding placement of the mobile unit at each site. • Assists staff in setting up and dismantling equipment in the mobile unit. • Communicates effectively schedules and services provided. • Adheres to all traffic laws and safety regulations while driving the mobile unit. • Maintains accurate records of mileage, services performed, and any incidents during transport. • Provides excellent customer service and promotes a positive image of the mobile program. • Maintains the privacy of patients and their protected health information (PHI) by following HIPAA regulations. • Performs other duties, tasks, and services consistent with this position as assigned. LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY • This position does not directly supervise any individuals. • Assignments received with set guidelines, organizes own work, and sets own processes. QUALIFICATIONS • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). • Previous experience driving commercial vehicles or transport preferred. COMPENTENCIES • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite • Excellent verbal and written communication • Ability to build strong working relationships • Basic math and computer skills • Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills • Meticulous attention to detail PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. There are no special vision requirements. CERTIFICATES, LICENES, REGISTRATIONS • Must possess a valid driver's license with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets the requirements for Cherokee Nation underwriting rating. Commercial Driver License (CDL) preferred. OTHER REQUIREMENTS • The employee must not be and will not be under sanction by the United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) or by the General Services Administration (GSA) or listed on the OIG's Cumulative Sanction Report, or the GSA's List of Excluded Providers, or listed on the OIG's List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). • Must meet and maintain pre-employment and periodic background investigation and adjudication for child care. occasional evenings and weekends If you would like to schedule time to speak with an HR Recruiter to discuss your application/resume, please click here, Book time with HR Recruiter . You will need to join the meeting on Teams or dial in by phone.