Shuttle Driver/UKHC

Job Title
Shuttle Driver/UKHC


Requisition Number
RE52140


Working Title
Transportation Shuttle Driver - EmPATH


Department Name
M8000:AMB-UK EMPATH


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
06


Salary Range
$16.20-24.82/hour


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

HS



Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience

1 yr



Required License/Registration/Certification

Driver’s License



Physical Requirements

This position will require lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to or over 50lbs; driving/sitting in a vehicle for extended periods of time; occasional exposure to loud noises; and risk of injury from moving/lifting patients, equipment, or materials.



Shift

Monday through Friday. Days and evenings may be required.



Job Summary

The Transportation Shuttle Diver enables UK HealthCare EmPATH to help meet the needs of a diverse behavioral health patient population by providing transportation for patients to various locations throughout the state of KY.

This position will transport patients between UK HealthCare facilities to ensure optimal care delivery, and to follow-up treatment facilities, appointments, home, or other residential facility or shelter upon discharge from EmPATH.

The Shuttle driver will maintain records of mileage and time of trips, maintain general upkeep of vehicles, monitor patients while transporting, assist patients with ADLs when needed, and participate in Performance Improvement functions.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Basic computer skills, excellent customer service skills.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

At least 5 years of driving experience with a positive driving record highly preferred.



Deadline to Apply
11/05/2025


Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.