Ambulance Driver

An ambulance driver's description includes safe and efficient transport of patients, ensuring vehicle and equipment readiness, and basic patient care. Key duties involve driving to and from medical facilities, assisting with patient loading/unloading, performing vehicle and equipment checks, and maintaining records. Essential skills include a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, knowledge of traffic laws, CPR/first aid proficiency, and strong communication and decision-making abilities. Core responsibilitiesPatient transport: Safely and promptly transport sick, injured, or convalescent patients to hospitals or other medical facilities.Emergency response: Respond to emergency calls and provide transportation in a timely manner, often in conjunction with other emergency services.Vehicle and equipment maintenance: Conduct daily checks to ensure the ambulance is in good mechanical and sanitary condition. This includes checking medical equipment and supplies, cleaning the vehicle, and restocking as needed.Patient care assistance: Assist medical staff with patient care, which may include administering basic first aid or life support like CPR, if trained.Record-keeping: Maintain accurate daily logs and other required paperwork related to patient transport and vehicle usage. Required skills and qualificationsLicensing: Possess a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.Driving skills: Demonstrate knowledge of safe driving techniques, traffic regulations, and emergency vehicle operation.Medical knowledge: Be proficient in administering basic first aid and CPR.Communication: Possess strong and clear communication skills to coordinate with dispatchers and other medical personnel.Navigation: Be able to use GPS and have knowledge of local routes and alternative routes.Physical fitness: Be physically fit enough to assist with patient and equipment loading and unloading.Stress management: Be able to remain calm and make quick decisions in stressful and time-sensitive situations.Other qualifications: A high school diploma is often required, and training like an Emergency Vehicle Operator's Course (EVOC) is beneficial or sometimes necessary.