NEMT Ambulatory Driver — Palatine, IL
Join Dream Care Rides as a ambulatory driver serving patients across the northwest suburbs of Chicago. Operate a sedan or SUV with flexible scheduling and competitive pay.
1099 Independent Contractor • Palatine, IL 60067 • Curb-to-curb, door-to-door, and hand-to-hand service
Job Overview
Dream Care Rides is hiring Ambulatory NEMT Drivers to serve patients in Palatine, IL and the northwest suburbs of Chicago. You will transport patients who can walk independently or with minimal assistance to medical appointments, dialysis sessions, therapy visits, and other healthcare destinations.
Ambulatory drivers operate a sedan or SUV and provide curb-to-curb, door-to-door, or hand-to-hand service depending on each patient’s mobility level. This role is ideal for compassionate, reliable drivers who want flexible scheduling and the satisfaction of helping people access medical care.
Dream Care Rides is expanding its northwest suburban service area. Joining now means ground-floor access to a growing route network across Palatine, Arlington Heights, Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, and surrounding communities.
As a 1099 independent contractor, you set your own schedule. Morning dialysis routes, daytime medical appointments, or afternoon therapy sessions — you choose the trips that work for you.
Pay Range
$18 – $25/hour
Location
Palatine, IL
Type
1099 Contractor
Vehicle
sedan or SUV
What You'll Do
Safely transport ambulatory patients to medical appointments, hospitals, clinics, dialysis centers, and pharmacies throughout the northwest suburbs
Arrive on time for all scheduled pickups — punctuality is critical for patients with appointment windows
Assist patients entering and exiting the vehicle, ensuring comfort and safety at all times
Maintain a clean, smoke-free, well-maintained vehicle that meets Dream Care Rides standards
Complete trip documentation accurately using the Dream Care Rides driver app, including pickup/drop-off times and mileage
Communicate professionally with patients, caregivers, facility staff, and the dispatch team
Follow all traffic laws and drive defensively — patient safety is always the top priority
Provide door-to-door service for patients who need assistance from their front door to the facility entrance
What You'll Need
Valid Illinois driver’s license (Class D or higher) with a clean driving record
Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) — no DUI/DWI in the past 7 years, no reckless driving in the past 3 years
Must pass a comprehensive background check and drug screening
Minimum age of 21 years old with at least 3 years of driving experience
Reliable personal sedan or SUV (4-door, model year 2015 or newer) or drive a company vehicle
Smartphone with data plan capable of running the Dream Care Rides driver app
CPR/First Aid certification preferred (training available at no cost)
Professional demeanor and ability to lift 50 lbs
Benefits & Perks
Flexible scheduling — choose your own hours and work as much or as little as you want
Competitive pay of $18 – $25/hour with potential for weekly bonuses
Paid orientation and ongoing training at no cost to you
Use your own vehicle or drive a company-provided sedan
Consistent trip volume from standing orders (dialysis patients ride 3x/week)
Meaningful work helping elderly and disabled patients access medical care
24/7 dispatch support
Growth path to wheelchair or stretcher roles for higher earnings
About Dream Care Rides
Dream Care Rides is a non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) provider headquartered in Olympia Fields, IL. We transport patients to dialysis, chemotherapy, doctor appointments, hospital discharges, and other medical destinations across the Chicago metropolitan area. Our fleet includes sedans, ADA-compliant wheelchair vans, and stretcher ambulettes.
Founded by Otse Amorighoye, Dream Care Rides has earned a 5.0 Google rating with 90 reviews by prioritizing patient safety, driver professionalism, and on-time performance. We serve both Medicaid-funded and private pay patients throughout Illinois.
Our headquarters is located at 20000 Governors Dr Suite 103H, Olympia Fields, IL 60461. Call (708) 505-6994 to learn more about driver opportunities.
Ready to Apply?
Submit your application online and our hiring team will contact you within 24 hours to discuss orientation, training, and your first routes.
Dream Care Rides is an equal opportunity employer.
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