Patient Escort

Location: UTMB Health - University of Texas Medical Branch - Galveston, TX

Schedule

Afternoon/evenings - varying days, and rotating weekends.

Pay

$12.50 per hour

About the role

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

As a Patient Escort at Sodexo, you will put patients at ease with a big smile and big heart, getting them where they need to go. This is a key role within our hospital team and your contributions will have a big impact on the well-being of patients.

Responsibilities

• Transfer patients in a safe and appropriate manner by means of walking, wheelchair, stretcher, or beds.
• May escort or transport patients or deceased individuals within a hospital, senior living, or another medical facility.
• Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity.
• Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience.

Skills

Successful candidates will be team-oriented, adaptable, reliable, and nurturers of a healthy/safe working environment for all.

Benefits

• Flexible and supportive work environment, so you can be home for life’s important moments.
• Access to ongoing training/development and advancement opportunities to turn your job into a career.
• Full array of benefits that support you and your family’s wellbeing, including:
  • Paid time off
  • Holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401k
  • Discount programs
• Some locations may offer additional site-specific benefits, including:
  • Free “shift” meals (and/or allowances/per diems)
  • Uniforms
  • Safety shoes
  • Public transportation support and/or parking

About Us

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace culture and belonging as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected.