Medical Transport (NEMT)

ModivCare, Veyo & local providers · Nationwide, through local transport providers

Typical pay

$15–24/hr

Contractor pay is per trip; employee drivers are paid hourly.

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Worker: Varies
Vehicle: Contractor routes use your car; employee roles usually provide a wheelchair van
License: Regular driver's license
Min. age: 21+
Schedule: Flexible / on-demand, Part-time, Full-time
Home time: Home every night
Benefits: Employee roles often include health insurance and PTO
Paid: Weekly or biweekly
Tips: Rarely
You cover: Contractors: gas and car costs. Employees: none
Upfront: Usually $0; some require a vehicle inspection

Requirements to drive for Medical Transport (NEMT)

Age 21+ (some 23+)
Clean driving record
Background check and drug test
CPR/first aid (often trained on the job)
Able to assist riders and secure wheelchairs

Experience needed

Clean record; CPR and passenger-assistance training often provided

Pros

Scheduled daytime trips
Steady demand from Medicaid rides
Meaningful work

Cons

Lower top-end pay
Physical help with passengers
Paperwork for each trip

Who it suits best

Patient, dependable drivers who like helping people get to appointments

Figures are typical reported ranges in U.S. dollars, reviewed September 2026. Pay and requirements change often and vary by location. Confirm with Medical Transport (NEMT) before applying. The Apply button may be an affiliate link.