USAJOBS · 3 weeks ago
Lead Motor Vehicle Operator
Birmingham, Alabama, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$25.86/hr - $30.15/hrUSAJOBS is seeking a Lead Motor Vehicle Operator to operate patient transport vehicles for the Veterans Health Administration. The role involves providing guidance to a team, coordinating workflow, and ensuring compliance with operational standards.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serves as the Lead MVO, providing guidance and oversight to a team of Motor Vehicle Operators and transportation clerks for Veteran's Transportation Service. VTS
Coordinates daily workflow and assignments to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks, including scheduling, pre-registration, and insurance verification
Monitors staff performance and provides technical direction, training, and mentoring to ensure compliance with VA policies, procedures, and performance standards
Assists in developing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) to improve efficiency and accuracy in patient intake and revenue operations
Conducts quality assurance reviews and audits to identify areas for improvement and recommends corrective actions
Serves as a liaison between the Business Office and clinical services to resolve issues related to patient access, eligibility, and insurance information
Participates in staff recruitment, onboarding, and performance evaluations in collaboration with supervisory personnel
Utilizes VA systems such as VistA, CPRS, and VHA Support Service Center (VSSC) tools to monitor workload, productivity, and performance metrics
Prepares reports and presentations for leadership on operational performance, trends, and recommendations for process improvement
Ensures compliance with HIPAA, Joint Commission standards, and other regulatory requirements
Qualification
Required
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Subject to background/security investigation
Pre-employment physical required
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position
Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire
Drive Safely
Interpret Instructions, Specifications (mobile equipment operations)
Motor Vehicles
Reliability And Dependability
Without more than normal supervision
Work Practices
Physical Requirements: Work requires reaching, turning, or moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to operate hand and foot controls
Incumbent will be required to assist patients with a variety of medical conditions and/or disabilities
Associated duties require stooping, bending, lifting, climbing, and securing patients, oxygen, and wheelchairs with appropriate securing devices
Lifts and carries objects weighing up to 50 pounds and heavier
Must follow prescribed safety procedures using appropriate lifting methods and body mechanics for heavy lifting or moving of heavy objects
Must be able to drive for a minimum of a four-hour period and stay mentally alert
If driver realizes they are not mentally alert, they must use good judgment in pulling over at the first safe area, road-checking vehicle with walk-around inspection, and continue driving as soon as possible
Incumbent must pass a VA Physical and adhere to all VA and DOT drug and alcohol testing and guidelines
Drivers work mostly outside and operate vehicles in all kinds of weather
Drivers are exposed to dirt, fumes, and to the possibility of cuts, bruises, and broken bones as a result of accidents when loading and unloading the vehicle
Must have ability to drive in rural areas, very congested Metropolitan traffic and/or construction zones
Must safely handle patients, both stretcher and wheelchair, in loading and unloading from vans and buses
The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays
Shift work may be required
May be required to work overtime after normal working hours providing it is an emergency or their services are needed to transport patients
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Company
USAJOBS
USAJOBS enables federal job seekers to access job opportunities across hundreds of federal agencies and organizations.
Founded in 1996
10001+ employees
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