The Dental Van Driver operates the Dental Van that supports LifeLong’s dental providers and staff in providing dental care for our School-Based Health Programs within Alameda and Contra Costa Counties, as well as our Street Dentistry program in collaboration with our Street Medicine team. In coordination with the School-Based Health Services Manager and under the direction of the Chief Dental Officer, a successful candidate will ensure efficient, continuous operation of the Dental Van to meet service-level goals.

This is a full time, benefit eligible position.

LifeLong Medical Care is a multi-site, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with a rich history of providing innovative healthcare and social services to a wonderfully diverse patient community. Our patient-centered health home is a dynamic place to work, practice, and grow. We have over 15 primary care health centers and deliver integrated services including psychosocial, referrals, chronic disease management, dental, health education, home visits, and much, much more. 

Benefits

Compensation: $23 - $24/hour. We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision (including dependent and domestic partner coverage), generous leave benefits including ten paid holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) retirement savings plan.

• Works with dental clinic managers, community organizations, and schools to use the Dental Van effectively. Assists Dental Van site visits and oral health awareness events.
• Oversees the planned arrival and use of the Dental Van and collaborates with host organizations to ensure successful site visits.
• Drives the Dental Van to designated sites where services will be provided.
• Breaks down the Dental Van at the end of the site visit and drives it back to the designated van storage facility.
• Monitors the capacity of the Dental Van to provide needed services. Addresses needs and issues with Chief Dental Officer
• Distributes health education materials and information about LifeLong Medical Care’s oral health programs to community members visiting the Dental Van.
• Uses appropriate incident reporting procedures when documenting unsafe or otherwise problematic incidents involving patients or staff.
• Performs routine vehicle maintenance functions to keep the Dental Van in good working condition. Maintenance includes but is not limited to: refilling diesel fuel, diesel exhaust fluid, and potable water; dumping garbage and wastewater; arranging for weekly interior cleaning weekly and washing/detailing as needed.
• Performs all necessary vehicle safety and operational checks and maintains a vehicle maintenance log (including financial records for refueling, etc.) according to established schedules.
• Diagnoses and resolves basic mechanical issues with the Dental Van; identifies complex issues and submits requests to Facilities Department and external vendors as needed.
• Assist in re-stocking non-dental supply inventory and ensure the van is stocked and prepared for site visits in collaboration with Dental Operations Manager.
• Manages Dental Van parking schedule to ensure that vehicle is stored safely.
• Ensures that van meets all fire and safety standards, including but not limited to maintenance of emergency kit, fire extinguisher, and oxygen tanks.
• Posts state mobile clinic certification documents on the Dental Van and maintains its emergency protocols for fire, medical and public safety emergencies in collaboration with LifeLong Medical Care’s compliance department.
• Assist in the disposal of sharps containers and other regulated waste with Facilities Department and waste pickup vendors.

• Ability to drive a 40-foot RV.
• Ability to conduct self in a professional manner (i.e., presenting to work punctually with neat and clean appearance, refraining from using inappropriate language or topics, etc.).
• Strong organizational, and time management skills to identify and resolve issues in a timely manner. Ability to adapt flexibly to change.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to seek direction/approval from Chief Dental Officer or Dental Operations Manager regarding essential matters, yet work independently with little onsite supervision, using professional judgment and diplomacy.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all assigned employees, providers, and administrative staff.
• Ability to effectively work with people from diverse backgrounds in a culturally sensitive manner.
• Ability to work with multiple reporting relationships and plan and coordinate multiple sites.
• Conducts self in external settings in a way that reflects positively on LifeLong Medical Care as an organization of professional, confident and sensitive staff.
• Knowledge of applicable procedures and state and federal laws regarding commercial vehicle care and transportation services.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle mechanical issues and their solutions. Ability to identify issues requiring resolution by another department or an external vendor.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards of working with vehicles and the precautions necessary for the safe performance of assigned duties.
• Excellent customer service, organizational, and communication skills with emphasis on responsiveness, building trust, mutual respect, and courtesy.
• Willingness to undergo a background check.
• Ability to pass random drug screenings.
• Ability to complete regular required policy and procedure trainings.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED; AA or AS degree preferred.
• Minimum 21 years of age with a current California driver’s license, clean driving record, and proof of current driver’s insurance.
• Experience in transportation services, preferably in the operation of a 40-foot RV.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and First Aid certifications (may be completed upon hiring).
• Preferred: Experience in healthcare settings.
• Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish.