Director Patient Transportation Long Term Care
Ascension
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Description
- Establishes annual departmental goals and objectives aligned with the organization's mission and strategic plan.
- Prepares departmental budgets and enforces adherence to regulatory standards, contracts, and internal policies.
- Selects facility-compliant equipment and products while managing departmental maintenance and repair schedules.
- Oversees full-lifecycle staffing—including hiring, evaluation, and discipline—while optimizing labor patterns to meet productivity and budget targets.
Qualifications
Licensure / Certification / Registration- Required Credential(s):
- Drivers License obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Commercial Drivers License may be required based on State Requirement
- BLS Provider. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- High School diploma equivalency with 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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About this role
Leading patient transportation operations at an Ascension long-term care facility in Indianapolis requires balancing operational excellence with fiscal responsibility. You'll set departmental goals aligned with the health system's mission, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards and contracts. The role also involves selecting equipment, coordinating maintenance schedules, and overseeing the full staffing lifecycle—from recruitment and performance evaluation to discipline and workforce optimization.
This position suits someone with a minimum of five years in patient transportation or related healthcare operations, including at least two years in a leadership capacity. A high school diploma is the baseline education requirement, though an associate's or bachelor's degree can substitute for some experience. You'll need a valid driver's license before your start date, and BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is preferred. The work is based in-office and full-time, embedded within Ascension's Catholic health system culture.
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