Mobile Health Unit Driver, PD

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Nov 18, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Mobile Health Unit Driver, PD
Job Category	Staff & Executive
Department	Epi-Cancer Health Disparity
Overview	Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves. Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities. Curiosity and Discovery, Integrity, Collaboration, Cultivating Diversity, Respect and Caring, Perseverance.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Mobile Health Unit Driver within the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey. The Mobile Health Unit Driver supports the improvement of patient outcomes through implementation of mobile health services for cancer screening at Screen NJ partner sites throughout New Jersey. The focus of the Screen NJ program is prevention and early detection of cancer. The Mobile Health Unit Driver is a member of the Mobile Health Unit Team responsible for the safe functioning and operation of the mobile unit and thus supports the extension of health services to medically underserved residents across New Jersey. Among the key duties for this position are the following: Drives a large (38' long) Mobile Medical Unit in a safe, responsible manner, ensuring the MMU is setup and ready prior to clinical team arriving. Ensures MMU is mechanically sound and is adequately fueled, completing pre and post inspections before and after each use. Promptly reports any adverse mechanical, unsafe or unkempt conditions of vehicle. Ensures that medical mobile units are able to be driven safely, able to complete basic maintenance procedures for operation including vehicle refueling, generator operation, climate control operation, dumping waste, leveling jacks, maintenance checks, cleaning, supply purchasing, washing, etc. Performs a wide variety of clerical tasks as directed by clinical staff including but not limited to patient registration, updating demographic information in patient medical records, completion of new patient paperwork and other grant paperwork, and other non-clinical duties as assigned. Stocks all required supplies and forms, conducts routine equipment and maintenance checks on the mobile medical unit. Responsible for medical mobile unit care and upkeep including general cleaning and daily routine maintenance. Exhibits tact and a helpful attitude towards medical mobile unit staff, on site personnel, clients and demonstrates good communication and listening skills with staff and clients. Promotes teamwork and actively participates in meetings. Able to work closely with staff at client sites and other community-based organizations and willing to engage with patients to promote interest and access to medical, dental, behavioral health, nutrition, case management, and insurance enrollment services. Adheres to clinic departmental policies and procedures, which include Joint Commission (JC) standards, Patient Safety initiatives, Patient Rights, and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy standards.
Position Status	Per Diem
Hours Per Week	20
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	99H
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	00.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	0.00
Annual Maximum Salary	0.00
Standard Hours	40.00
Union Description	Health Care Prof Per Diem
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	None

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	High School Diploma or equivalent.
Certifications/Licenses	Must possess and maintain a valid New Jersey driver's license in good standing. Certification in CPR required within 6 months.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Must possess strong verbal and written skills to communicate effectively with the staff, patients, and community partners. Ability to work collaboratively with physicians (or other professionals involved in specialized service provision for patients/clients), staff, and external organizations. Strong communication skills with diverse populations. Solid relationship-building and interpersonal skills. Excellent time management skills. Excellent coordination skills, including multitasking and setting priorities on work assignments. High degree of independence, flexibility, initiative, and commitment. Demonstrated awareness and value of cultural competence. Effective oral and communication skills. Must be computer literate.
Preferred Qualifications	Fluent oral/written Spanish or other non-English language. Interest in and knowledge of community health care and primary care. CDL Driver.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 40 lbs. (to move project supplies, set-up and break-down event equipment, etc.).
Special Conditions	Significant in-state travel to regional partner locations and program events may be required. Valid driver's license, two (2) years driving experience, and successful completion of the University's defensive driving program within six (6) months of hire are required.

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST1024
Posting Open Date	04/30/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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