Ambulance Driver

Ambulance Driver


Company
Dr Jivraj Mehta Hospital
Location
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
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Job Description
As an ambulance driver, you will play a crucial role in providing safe and efficient transportation for patients in need. Your responsibilities will include:

- Operating the ambulance in a safe and efficient manner, following traffic rules and regulations.
- Navigating routes effectively to ensure quick and safe arrival at the destination.
- Assisting paramedics and emergency medical personnel in providing basic medical care to patients during transportation.
- Monitoring patients' condition and comfort, offering reassurance and support as necessary.
- Responding promptly to emergency calls and following dispatch instructions.
- Assisting in transferring patients from the scene to the ambulance and then to the medical facility.
- Performing routine checks on the ambulance to ensure cleanliness, proper stocking, and working condition.
- Reporting any mechanical issues or maintenance needs to appropriate personnel.
- Maintaining effective communication with the dispatch center, paramedics, and medical staff.
- Providing accurate information about the patient's condition and any changes during transportation.
- Completing required documentation, such as patient care reports and transport logs, accurately and promptly.
- Adhering to all relevant regulations, laws, and protocols related to ambulance operation, patient care, and safety.

Qualifications required for this role:

- Valid driving license for an ambulance.
- Relevant experience in ambulance driving.
- Age limits between 21 to 35 years.
- Willingness to work on a rotation duty schedule.
- Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

In addition to the job responsibilities and qualifications, the company offers benefits such as Provident Fund. The job type is full-time, permanent, and suitable for freshers.

Experience:
- Total work experience of 1 year is required for this role.

Work Location: In person. As an ambulance driver, you will play a crucial role in providing safe and efficient transportation for patients in need. Your responsibilities will include:

- Operating the ambulance in a safe and efficient manner, following traffic rules and regulations.
- Navigating routes effectively to ensure quick and safe arrival at the destination.
- Assisting paramedics and emergency medical personnel in providing basic medical care to patients during transportation.
- Monitoring patients' condition and comfort, offering reassurance and support as necessary.
- Responding promptly to emergency calls and following dispatch instructions.
- Assisting in transferring patients from the scene to the ambulance and then to the medical facility.
- Performing routine checks on the ambulance to ensure cleanliness, proper stocking, and working condition.
- Reporting any mechanical issues or maintenance needs to appropriate personnel.
- Maintaining effective communication with the dispatch center, paramedics, and medical staff.
- Providing accurate information about the patient's condition and any changes during transportation.
- Completing required documentation, such as patient care reports and transport logs, accurately and promptly.
- Adhering to all relevant regulations, laws, and protocols related to ambulance operation, patient care, and safety.

Qualifications required for this role:

- Valid driving license for an ambulance.
- Relevant experience in ambulance driving.
- Age limits between 21 to 35 years.
- Willingness to work on a rotation duty schedule.
- Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

In addition to the job responsibilities and qualifications, the company offers benefits such as Provident Fund. The job type is full-time, permanent, and suitable for freshers.

Experience:
- Total work experience of 1 year is required for this role.

Work Location: In person.

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Q What is the minimum wage for heavy vehicle drivers in Delhi as of April 2026?
As per the Ministry of Labour & Employment, the minimum wage for heavy vehicle drivers in Delhi is ₹18,500 per month as of 1 April 2026. Overtime is paid at double the rate after 8 hours daily. Employers must also provide weekly rest of 24 consecutive hours.
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As per the Ministry of Labour & Employment, applicants must hold a valid commercial driving licence issued under the Motor Vehicles Act and be at least 20 years old. A minimum of 2 years driving experience on the relevant vehicle category is mandatory. Medical fitness certificate from a registered practitioner is also required.
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