Transporter - Saint Mary Campus

About the role

This position involves direct patient contact and frequent interactions with various healthcare professionals. The role requires transporting patients, visitors, and patient-related items safely and efficiently. Communication with the care team is essential, including confirming patient identification during handoffs.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients, visitors, and patient-related items in a safe and efficient manner.
• Provide detailed verbal communication to appropriate care team members as part of the handoff during drop off and pick up of patients.
• Operate multiple types of motorized patient transport equipment safely.
• Disinfect equipment after each patient use and request maintenance as needed.
• Perform wheelchair roundups to storage locations or designated floors.
• Stand and/or walk 10-12 miles per 8-hour shift, frequently pushing/pulling patients up to 200 pounds and occasionally up to or exceeding 350 pounds.
• Transport patients who require the use of oxygen, intravenous pumps, wound vacs, and other special equipment.
• Use various medical equipment and partner with the healthcare team to ensure patient safety.
• Monitor patient’s condition during transport when a patient care staff member is not accompanied.
• Recognize and monitor changes in the patient’s condition which may require a medical emergency call.
• Work days, evenings, overnights, holidays, and weekends with rotating days off.
• Attend meetings outside of normal work schedule and assist in the training of new employees.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and three years customer service experience required.
• One-year previous hospital, clinical, or patient care experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a group setting with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional verbal communication skills, telephone, and human relations skills to interact with patients, guests, and staff.
• Effective communication in a professional and respectful manner during high-stress situations.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to unpredictable and stressful situations.
• Exceptional initiative and a proven ability to quickly respond to customer needs in a fast-paced work environment.
• Basic computer skills, proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years customer service experience.
• One-year previous hospital, clinical, or patient care experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a group setting with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional verbal communication skills, telephone, and human relations skills to interact with patients, guests, and staff.
• Effective communication in a professional and respectful manner during high-stress situations.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to unpredictable and stressful situations.
• Exceptional initiative and a proven ability to quickly respond to customer needs in a fast-paced work environment.
• Basic computer skills, proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Skills

• Customer service skills.
• Verbal communication skills.
• Telephone and human relations skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Adaptability to unpredictable and stressful situations.
• Initiative and quick response to customer needs.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word and Outlook).

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Pay

$20.98 - $29.19 / hour

Schedule

Full Time
Week 1: Wed: 8:00am-4:30pm
Thurs: Off
Fri: 8:00am-4:30pm
Sat: 8:00am-4:30pm
Sun: 8:00am-4:30pm
Mon: Off
Tues: 8:00am-4:30pm
Week 2: Wed: 8:00am-4:30pm
Thurs: Off
Fri: 8:00am-4:30pm
Sat: Off
Sun: Off
Mon: 8:00am-4:30pm
Tues: 8:00am-4:30pm
Weekend Schedule: Every Other 8a-4:30p

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