patient transporter

Independence Health

<div><p><b>Job Summary</b></p>
<p>
Hospital-wide, as a member of a Transport TEAM, provides timely individual patient transport via wheelchair or cart, primarily for designated inpatients and occasional outpatients, transporting patients for designated testing, therapy, treatment, pre or post-operative care or admission/discharge. Shift assignment of patient transporter employees is pre-set by the Patient Transporter, Supervisor, who also performs dispatching duties throughout the day-shift (peak transport times) via cell phone to each TEAM patient transporter. Responsible to coordinate patient transport with assigned charge nurse (inpatient) or technician and then safely and efficiently transport the patient, IV equipment, monitoring equipment, the medical record and oxygen equipment as required with any assigned transport. In addition, job assignments may include stock maintenance/distribution of oxygen tanks and regulators to assigned departments in the hospital.</p><br>
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<p><b>
Essential Job Functions</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Introduces self to patient and explains transport plan and destination.
<ul><li>States own name and describes mode of transportation being used and destination to patient.</li>
<li>Retrieves patient's nurse if patient has questions regarding tests/therapy where they are being transferred to.</li>
<li>Obtains permission from patient&rsquo;s nurse to transport patient off floor for testing/procedure</li>
</ul></li><li>Provides for appropriate mode of transportation considering the patient's condition, comfort, and any safety factors.
<ul><li>Uses critical thinking skills to determine mode of transport.</li>
<li>Contacts nursing staff with questions related to transport and gets a ticket-to-ride (TTR) signed by registered nurse (RN).</li>
<li>Coordinates tasks when able.</li>
<li>Anticipates problems and follows through.</li>
</ul></li><li>Transfers patient to/from cart, wheelchair, or other transport vehicle according to procedure and is knowledgeable and effectively operates transport equipment.
<ul><li>Maintains proper body mechanics.</li>
<li>Uses patient lift equipment.</li>
<li>Seeks assistance when necessary, i.e. carts, electronic devices, etc.</li>
</ul></li><li>Identifies patient prior to transport.
<ul><li>Asks patient to state their name.</li>
<li>Checks patient identification bracelet.</li>
<li>Alerts staff when patient's bracelet is missing.</li>
</ul></li><li>Completes tasks as assigned through capacity management.</li>
<li>Determines patient code status prior to transport.
<ul><li>Checks Capacity Management for (LH entity)</li>
<li>Reminds staff when (LH entity)</li>
</ul></li><li>Uses appropriate isolation techniques and complies with universal precautions.
<ul><li>According to isolation posting, secures and dons appropriate protective equipment before entering patient's room.</li>
<li>Removes their PPE and follows hand washing protocol before taking patient out of room.</li>
<li>Ensures patient is wearing PPE, when appropriate, before taking patient out of their room.</li>
</ul></li><li>Stores and cleans transport equipment appropriately throughout the day.
<ul><li>Reports broken equipment.</li>
<li>Returns transport equipment to department when able.</li>
</ul></li><li>Assists in coordinating patient trips.
<ul><li>Obtains permission from nursing staff for patient transport from one ancillary department to another.</li>
</ul></li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
Specialty Functions</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Communication with patients/family/department coworkers/ancillary departments and supervisors essential for the function of successful performance of this job.
<ul><li>Communicates effectively with patient/family, visitors and other members of the healthcare team</li>
<li>Maintains ongoing shift communication (daylight shift) with the Patient Transporter, Supervisor for patient delays, issues, problems and temporary reassignment as necessary to keep patient throughput efficient</li>
<li>Uses chain of command in the department effectively.</li>
<li>Maintains dignity and confidentiality of all patients encountered at Excela Health, directly or indirectly.</li>
<li>Ensures transport cell phone is working properly, transferring phone to patient transporter on duty or appropriate voice mail direction per Excela Health standards.</li>
<li>Responsible to check in with and assist co-workers with lift help or transport of difficult patients or volume patient load during any down-time period</li>
</ul></li><li>Safely transport of patients within the hospital for testing, procedures, surgery, treatment or admission/discharge
<ul><li>Operate wheelchairs for safe transport of patients within the hospital, following patient safety practices</li>
<li>Operate transport carts for safe transport of patients within the hospital, following patient safety practices</li>
<li>Assist patients onto transport carts or into wheelchairs for in-house transport</li>
<li>Practice infection control procedures, per policy for infectious / isolation patients</li>
<li>Provide assistance for patients who become ill and need immediate attention (vomiting, CPR, etc.)</li>
<li>Coordinate proper transport of the correct inpatient (or outpatient) for assigned testing or procedure, including the correct medical record, as coordinated and assigned by the physician, and/or assigned registered nurse</li>
<li>Maintain patient privacy, dignity and confidentiality throughout transports and hospital stay per policy</li>
<li>Provide positive communication at all times with hospital patients</li>
<li>Keep daily productivity / Capacity Management of all transports and activity.</li>
<li>Coordinate delivery of patients with receiving department, technicians, signing in at required log stations and reporting special needs of patients requiring special attention of the receiving department</li>
</ul></li><li>Safely transports assigned equipment or specimens, as necessary and time allows, with patient transport being the hospital priority.
<ul><li>Assist nursing staff with specimen or special situation equipment transport, as assigned by Patient Transporter, Supervisor</li>
<li>delivery of stock oxygen tanks or regulators to pre-assigned departments</li>
</ul></li><li>Provides in-house direction and customer service support for organizational excellence.
<ul><li>Assist hospital customers/visitors with directional information, as appropriate throughout the hospital throughout shift, as appropriate</li>
<li>Serves as greeter for visitors, patients and employees entering Excela Health. In addition to performing basic customer service and reception duties. Screens all visitors prior to entering and logs visitors in tracking program as appropriate.</li>
<li>Greet and assist patients/visitors as they enter the main entrance of the hospital.</li></ul></li><br>
</ul>
<p></p><p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Must be 18 years of age.</li>
<li>Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment.</li>
<li>Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.</li>
<li>Basic working knowledge of computers and office equipment</li></ul><br>
<p>
</p><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Prior experience working with patients.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
License, Certification &amp; Clearances</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program Required</li>
<li>Act 33 with renewal</li>
<li>Act 34 with renewal</li>
<li>Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
Supervisory Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul>
<li>This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).</li>
<li>Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
LEAN</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one&rsquo;s own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela&rsquo;s missions, vision and values.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
AAP/EEO</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.</li>
<li>Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
Work Environment</b></p>
<p>
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines</p>
<div>
<div><div><div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</b></p>
<p><b>
Essential &ndash; Absolute Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Marginal &ndash; Minimal Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Constantly &ndash; 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Frequently &ndash; 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Occasionally &ndash; 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Rarely &ndash; Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
Physical Condition</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Essential</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Marginal</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Constantly</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Frequently</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Occasionally</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Rarely</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Never</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Heat</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Cold</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Heights</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Confined Spaces</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Mechanical Hazards</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Use of Vibrating Tools</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Operates Vehicle (company)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Operates Heavy Equipment</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Rotates All Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>8 Hours Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>10-12 Hours Shifts</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>On-Call</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Travel Between Sites</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Direct Patient Care</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Respirator Protective Equipment</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Eye Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Head Protection (hard hat)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hearing Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hand Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Feet, Toe Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Body Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Latex Exposure</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Solvent Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Paint (direct use) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Dust (sanding) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Ethylene Oxide Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Blood/Body Fluid Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Chemicals (direct use) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Mist Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Wax Stripper (direct use)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Ionizing Radiation Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Laser Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><br>
</div>
</div><p></p><p><b>Physical Demands</b></p>
<div>
<div><div><div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</b></p>
<p><b>
Essential &ndash; Absolute Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Marginal &ndash; Minimal Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Constantly &ndash; 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Frequently &ndash; 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Occasionally &ndash; 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Rarely &ndash; Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Physical Condition</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Essential</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Marginal</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Constantly</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Frequently</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Occasionally</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Rarely</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Never</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Bending (Stooping)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Sitting</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Walking</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Climbing Stairs</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Climbing Ladders</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Standing</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Kneeling</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Squatting (Crouching)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Twisting/Turning</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Keyboard/Computer Operation</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Gross Grasp</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Fine Finger Manipulation</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hand/Arm Coordination</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
20#</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
20-50#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Carry</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
5#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Transfer/Push/Pull Patients</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Seeing Near w/Acuity</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Feeling (Sensation)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Color Vision</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hearing Clearly</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Above Shoulder Level</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Forward</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Floor to Knuckle</p></div><div><br>
<p>
###</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle</p></div><div><br>
<p>
###</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder</p></div><div><br>
<p>
###</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
20#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Shoulder to Overhead</p></div><div><br>
<p>
###</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><p></p><div><br>
</div>
</div><br>
</div></div><p>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</p></div>

PATIENT TRANSPORTER

Doctors Hospital of Augusta

<p></p><div><p>Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a <b>Patient Transporter today with Doctors Hospital of Augusta</b>.</p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Summary and Qualifications</b></h5><p>
The Transporter efficiently and effectively transports patients, patient belongings, prosthetics and equipment to required appropriate locations within the facility following standard safety, hospital and department policies. The Transporter is a highly visible role in the hospital therefore you must always greet and offer assistance to customers throughout your work day.</p><p><b>
HOURS: Tuesday, Thursday (0800-1630) Saturday (2:30p-11p)</b></p><p>
What you will do in this role:</p><p></p><ul><li>
You will assist clinical personnel in transferring patients to and from beds, wheelchairs or stretchers.</li><li>
You will transport patients safely in wheelchair, stretcher or ambulating facing forward, side rails up and at a safe pace.</li><li>
You will utilize appropriate positioning aides/devices to provide safety and comfort to the patient.</li><li>
You will be responsible for the transporting of items with the patient or separately such as oxygen or IV stands.</li><li>
You will maintain therapeutic communication with patient.</li><li>
You will assist in departmental cleaning and maintenance of supplies.</li><li>
You will assist in the movement of medical equipment within the facility.</li><li>
You will transport specimen, lab and pharmacy items, and equipment.</li></ul><p></p><h6 class="jobSectionHeader"><p><b>
What qualifications you may need:</b></p><p></p><ul><li><b>
A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred</b></li><li><b>
A current American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider is required</b></li><li><b>
Prior Healthcare and/or Customer Service experience preferred</b></li></ul></h6>
<p></p><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Benefits</b></h5><p>
Doctors Hospital of Augusta, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:</p><ul><li><b>
Comprehensive benefits</b> for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services</li><li><b>
Wellbeing support,</b> including free counseling and referral services</li><li><b>
Time away from work</b> programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence</li><li><b>
Savings and retirement resources</b>, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling</li><li><b>
Education support</b> through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing</li><li><b>
Additional benefits</b> for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts</li></ul><p>
Learn more about Employee Benefits</p>
<p><b><i>Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.</i></b></p><p></p><p><b>
Doctors Hospital of Augusta</b> has provided quality healthcare services since 1973. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. With nearly 50 years of pioneering healthcare, our <b>350+ bed hospital</b> is one of the region's leading acute care facilities. We offer a wide range of services for our patients. Our services include our <b>nationally recognized Burn Center and Cancer Center</b>, accredited by the American College of Surgeons. We are Chest Pain Accredited. We have earned the Joint Commission's certificate of distinction for total hip and total knee replacement and spinal fusion surgery and are the <b>only CARF accredited facility in the area</b>.</p><p>
At Doctors Hospital, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our Augusta community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.
</p><p>HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies&reg; by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.</p><p><br>
</p><br>
<p></p><p>&quot;The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual.&quot;- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.<br>
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder</p>
<p>If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Patient Transporter opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. <b>Unlock the possibilities and apply today!</b></p><p><i>
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</i></p></div>

Patient Transporter

Houston Methodist

<div>At Houston Methodist, the Transporter position is responsible for transporting acute, intensive and critical care patients in a timely manner by wheelchair, transcart, stretcher or bed. This position supports the interprofessional team in delivering high quality patient care during transit. The Transporter position moves inpatients and outpatients to diagnostic testing and therapeutic areas, clinics, physician's offices, admissions and discharges throughout the complex. This position will assist with preventing patient falls by retrieving the Hover Mat/Jack, lifting and moving the patient to a stretcher and transporting the patient back to his/her room. The Transporter position must be able to communicate appropriately and work closely with nursing staff and co-workers. This position delivers patient room furnishings such as bed extensions, sleep chairs, and transports empty beds, as requested, as a backup duty when others are not available.<br>
<br>
5-8-hours shifts Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
<div><b>FLSA STATUS</b><br>
Non-exempt<br>
<br>
<b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>EDUCATION</b><ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) preferred
</li></ul><br>
<b>EXPERIENCE</b><ul><li>
One year of customer service, patient transportation or nursing aid experience preferred
</li></ul><br>
<b>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b><br>
<b>Required</b><ul><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association within 90 days
</li></ul><br>
<b>KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES</b><ul><li>
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
</li><li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
</li><li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
</li><li>Demonstrates working knowledge of stretchers, wheelchairs, mobility of IV pump or IVs and beds as they relate to safety measures
</li>Demonstrates a working knowledge of isolation, infection control and safety procedures. Practices universal precautions at all times when assisting patients<br>
<li>
</li></ul><br>
<br>
<b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><br>
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<b>PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Communicates to both Nursing, Imaging and other departments as to any delays. Participates as a team player with nursing, ancillary staff and coworkers for moving the patient to tests, treatments and procedures. Documents assignments completely per department protocol.
</li><li>Interacts positively and effectively with patients and guests, as well as internal customers. Promotes a positive image of the department and Hospital through verbal and non-verbal communication with all persons and complies with personal appearance guidelines. Uses appropriate communication device to limit conversations to ensure HIPPA compliance.
</li><li>Trains and orients new transporters. Makes appropriate customer service decisions with problem-solving, setting/communicating trip delays, canceling and recalling assignments. Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for turnover/retention/employee engagement on unit-based scorecard, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.
</li></ul><br>
<b>SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Communicates to nursing department to notify staff of patient transport which includes reviewing patient passport for completeness and understanding for clarification of handoff, checks patient identification using two-step verification, prepares patient for transport identifying IV bags, Foley catheters, or infusion pumps, etc., needing special handling.
</li><li>Maintains adequate supply of transport equipment in lobbies and equipment rooms, as appropriate. Clears equipment left on floors, in hallways and unauthorized areas by moving them to designated equipment storage areas or reporting the equipment to the dispatcher, as appropriate.
</li><li>Properly disposes of soiled linen on department and/or nursing unit and removes other items left on equipment such as urinals, bedpans, emesis basins, etc. Removes some equipment no longer needed for the patient care from the transport equipment and places it in the soiled utility room, as appropriate.
</li><li>Contributes towards improving department scores for patient satisfaction/experience on unit-based scorecard through peer-to-peer accountability and providing timely transports.
</li></ul><br>
<b>QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to licensed personnel to achieve desired patient outcomes. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.
</li><li>Disinfects equipment before and after each use, allowing sufficient time for the disinfectant to dry thoroughly.
</li><li>Transports and stores oxygen tanks in approved holders. In collaboration with clinical staff as appropriate, ensures that oxygen cylinders selected are appropriate for use to reflect the current airflow status. Completes patient handoff when returning to department.
</li><li>Operates all transport equipment in a safe manner. Tags equipment needing extensive repairs, takes damaged equipment out of service and delivers appropriately for repair.
</li><li>Reports any potential harm or conflicting information to management for input in Patient Safety Net (PSN). Supports initiatives to prevent conditions such as pressure injuries, patient falls, and hospital-acquired infections. Contributes towards improving quality and safety scores on the unit-based scorecard, through peer-to-peer accountability.
</li></ul><br>
<b>FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Meets labor productivity standards by effectively managing established daily responsibilities and assignments.
</li></ul><br>
<b>GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b>
Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement hospital projects and activities. Assumes responsibility for self-growth and development by participating in in-services programs and continuing education, completing and updating My Development plan on an on-going basis<br>
<ul><li>
</li></ul><br>
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<b>SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS</b><br>
<ul><b>
WORK ATTIRE</b><li><ul><li>
Uniform: No
</li><li>Scrubs: Yes
</li><li>Business professional: No
</li><li>Other (department approved): Yes
</li></ul></li><br>
<b>ON-CALL*</b><br>
<li><ul><li><i>Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.</i></li></ul></li><li><ul><li>
On Call* Yes
</li></ul></li><br>
<b>TRAVEL**</b><br>
<i>**Travel specifications may vary by department**</i><li><ul><li>
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
</li></ul></li></ul></div><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>EDUCATION</b><ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) preferred
</li></ul><br>
<b>EXPERIENCE</b><ul><li>
One year of customer service, patient transportation or nursing aid experience preferred
</li></ul><br>
<b>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b><br>
<b>Required</b>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association within 90 days<br>
<ul><li>
</li></ul><br>
<p><b>Company Profile:</b></p><p>
Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital brings the expertise and latest technology of Houston Methodist to Baytown and surrounding counties. The skilled and compassionate physicians, nurses and staff provide unsurpassed medical care in a close-to-home, state-of-the-art facility. Houston Methodist Baytown is committed to meeting the needs of its growing community through the ongoing facilities master plan expansion project, which includes a new, expanded emergency department, a five-story patient tower, outpatient center, renovated Cancer Center, neonatal intensive care unit and the addition of technologically advanced operating rooms.</p><p>
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p></div>

The University of Michigan

<p></p><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How to Apply</b></h2><p>
A resume is required for consideration for this position. Applications received without a resume will not be considered.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Mission Statement</b></h2><p>
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Why Join Michigan Medicine?</b></h2><p>
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Responsibilities*</b></h2><p>
Transportation staff will arrive at the unit with the transport vehicle (i.e. stretcher or wheelchair) specified at the time of request, stop at the Nursing station to retrieve chart and/or card, report to patient room, greet the patient by name, identify the patient by armband, introduce themselves to the parents, patient and nursing staff as appropriate. Assist the patient and/or nursing with the physical transfer of the patient onto the vehicle and transport patient to the appointment. Bodies of deceased patients will be transported to the Morgue by transport personnel.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Required Qualifications*</b></h2><p>
High school diploma, GED or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be able to perform a wide range of physical activities including: pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching, etc. Must be able to read and write English.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Work Schedule</b></h2><p>
Standard hours: 32<br>
Work days: Tuesday-Friday<br>
Shift start/end times: 3:00pm-11:30pm</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Modes of Work</b></h2><p>
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Union Affiliation</b></h2><p>
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the AFSCME union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Background Screening</b></h2><p>
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Application Deadline</b></h2><p>
Job openings are posted for a minimum of five calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the sixth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
U-M EEO Statement</b></h2><p>
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.</p></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Opening ID</b></h3>
<div><p>274763</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Working Title</b></h3>
<div><p>PATIENT TRANSPORTER</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Title</b></h3>
<div><p>PATIENT TRANSPORTER</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Work Location</b></h3>
<div><p>Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor</p>
</div></div><p>Ann Arbor, MI</p>
<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Modes of Work</b></h3>
<div><p>Onsite
</p></div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Full/Part Time</b></h3>
<div><p>Part-Time</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Regular/Temporary</b></h3>
<div><p>Regular</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>FLSA Status</b></h3>
<div><p>Nonexempt</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Organizational Group</b></h3>
<div><p>Um Hospital</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Department</b></h3>
<div><p>MM Logistics Patient Transport</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Posting Begin/End Date</b></h3>
<div><p>3/09/2026 - 3/14/2026</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Salary</b></h3>
<div><p>$41,121.60 - $43,513.60</p>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Career Interest</b></h3>
<div><p>Service/Maintenance (AFSCME Union)</p></div></div></div>

Townsen Memorial

<div>
 <strong>
  Townsen Memorial Hospital
 </strong>
 is looking for a PRN Patient Transporter to join our team!
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The Patient Transporter is responsible for providing transportation services to patients who need to be moved to and from various units at the Hospital. The incumbent is also responsible for the equipment (wheelchairs and stretchers) used to transport patients. The position works independently and as part of a team.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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 <ul>
  <li>
   Transport patients to and from units and various therapy/laboratory areas while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and privacy/modesty by complying with established policies and procedures.
  </li>
  <li>
   Follow directives provided by clinical staff regarding the transport request (i.e., proper head elevation, oxygen level, etc.).
  </li>
  <li>
   Check two patient identifiers (i.e., wristband, birthdate, etc.) to confirm the correct patient is being transported.
  </li>
  <li>
   Follow proper positioning techniques for patients in mode of transport (e.g., wheelchair footrests supporting feet) while also correctly positioning treatment devices such as drainage bags and IVs for transit.
  </li>
  <li>
   Observe the patient&rsquo;s condition and that of patient care equipment during the transport and report occurrence of patient symptoms and equipment alarms to clinical staff upon arrival at destination.
  </li>
  <li>
   Manage transportation equipment, making sure it is available when needed by utilizing.
  </li>
  <li>
   Clean equipment in accordance with Infectious Disease Control policy.
  </li>
  <li>
   Reports equipment defects and safety hazards to supervisor or Nurse Manager.
  </li>
  <li>
   Perform other duties as assigned.
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
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  <li>
   Work collaboratively and communicate effectively (written and orally) with a wide variety of individuals including hospital
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   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 staff, nurses, physicians, patients, and their families.
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  <li>
   Must possess excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills while working in a fast-paced
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   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
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 environment.
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 <ul>
  <li>
   Endure high levels of physical activity (walk, lift, push, pull, stand, etc.) frequently throughout work shift.
  </li>
  <li>
   Understand and use proper patient-care principles and practices.
  </li>
  <li>
   Work independently and utilize efficient time management skills.
  </li>
  <li>
   Project positive image of TMH and the services provided.
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
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  <li>
   High School Diploma or GED
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   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Townsen Memorial Hospital
 </strong>
 is an accredited network of facilities with an emphasis on emergency care, outpatient surgery, and diagnostics and imaging. Our core mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based patient care to those we serve. At Townsen Memorial, we encompass diversity, dignity, and inclusiveness as a reflection of our core values. Townsen Memorial is committed to driving cutting edge healthcare to our patients, our communities and each other.
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 <em>
  <strong>
   Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
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   Employment for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
  </strong>
 </em>
</div>


PRN Patient Transporter

<div><p><b>Job Summary</b></p>
<p>
Hospital-wide, as a member of a Transport TEAM, provides timely individual patient transport via wheelchair or cart, primarily for designated inpatients and occasional outpatients, transporting patients for designated testing, therapy, treatment, pre or post-operative care or admission/discharge. Shift assignment of patient transporter employees is pre-set by the Patient Transporter, Supervisor, who also performs dispatching duties throughout the day-shift (peak transport times) via cell phone to each TEAM patient transporter. Responsible to coordinate patient transport with assigned charge nurse (inpatient) or technician and then safely and efficiently transport the patient, IV equipment, monitoring equipment, the medical record and oxygen equipment as required with any assigned transport. In addition, job assignments may include stock maintenance/distribution of oxygen tanks and regulators to assigned departments in the hospital.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Essential Job Functions</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Introduces self to patient and explains transport plan and destination.
<ul><li>States own name and describes mode of transportation being used and destination to patient.</li>
<li>Retrieves patient's nurse if patient has questions regarding tests/therapy where they are being transferred to.</li>
<li>Obtains permission from patient&rsquo;s nurse to transport patient off floor for testing/procedure</li>
</ul></li><li>Provides for appropriate mode of transportation considering the patient's condition, comfort, and any safety factors.
<ul><li>Uses critical thinking skills to determine mode of transport.</li>
<li>Contacts nursing staff with questions related to transport and gets a ticket-to-ride (TTR) signed by registered nurse (RN).</li>
<li>Coordinates tasks when able.</li>
<li>Anticipates problems and follows through.</li>
</ul></li><li>Transfers patient to/from cart, wheelchair, or other transport vehicle according to procedure and is knowledgeable and effectively operates transport equipment.
<ul><li>Maintains proper body mechanics.</li>
<li>Uses patient lift equipment.</li>
<li>Seeks assistance when necessary, i.e. carts, electronic devices, etc.</li>
</ul></li><li>Identifies patient prior to transport.
<ul><li>Asks patient to state their name.</li>
<li>Checks patient identification bracelet.</li>
<li>Alerts staff when patient's bracelet is missing.</li>
</ul></li><li>Completes tasks as assigned through capacity management.</li>
<li>Determines patient code status prior to transport.
<ul><li>Checks Capacity Management for (LH entity)</li>
<li>Reminds staff when (LH entity)</li>
</ul></li><li>Uses appropriate isolation techniques and complies with universal precautions.
<ul><li>According to isolation posting, secures and dons appropriate protective equipment before entering patient's room.</li>
<li>Removes their PPE and follows hand washing protocol before taking patient out of room.</li>
<li>Ensures patient is wearing PPE, when appropriate, before taking patient out of their room.</li>
</ul></li><li>Stores and cleans transport equipment appropriately throughout the day.
<ul><li>Reports broken equipment.</li>
<li>Returns transport equipment to department when able.</li>
</ul></li><li>Assists in coordinating patient trips.
<ul><li>Obtains permission from nursing staff for patient transport from one ancillary department to another.</li>
</ul></li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Specialty Functions</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Communication with patients/family/department coworkers/ancillary departments and supervisors essential for the function of successful performance of this job.
<ul><li>Communicates effectively with patient/family, visitors and other members of the healthcare team</li>
<li>Maintains ongoing shift communication (daylight shift) with the Patient Transporter, Supervisor for patient delays, issues, problems and temporary reassignment as necessary to keep patient throughput efficient</li>
<li>Uses chain of command in the department effectively.</li>
<li>Maintains dignity and confidentiality of all patients encountered at Independence Health, directly or indirectly.</li>
<li>Ensures transport cell phone is working properly, transferring phone to patient transporter on duty or appropriate voice mail direction per Independence Health standards.</li>
<li>Responsible to check in with and assist co-workers with lift help or transport of difficult patients or volume patient load during any down-time period</li>
</ul></li><li>Safely transport of patients within the hospital for testing, procedures, surgery, treatment or admission/discharge
<ul><li>Operate wheelchairs for safe transport of patients within the hospital, following patient safety practices</li>
<li>Operate transport carts for safe transport of patients within the hospital, following patient safety practices</li>
<li>Assist patients onto transport carts or into wheelchairs for in-house transport</li>
<li>Practice infection control procedures, per policy for infectious / isolation patients</li>
<li>Provide assistance for patients who become ill and need immediate attention (vomiting, CPR, etc.)</li>
<li>Coordinate proper transport of the correct inpatient (or outpatient) for assigned testing or procedure, including the correct medical record, as coordinated and assigned by the physician, and/or assigned registered nurse</li>
<li>Maintain patient privacy, dignity and confidentiality throughout transports and hospital stay per policy</li>
<li>Provide positive communication at all times with hospital patients</li>
<li>Keep daily productivity / Capacity Management of all transports and activity.</li>
<li>Coordinate delivery of patients with receiving department, technicians, signing in at required log stations and reporting special needs of patients requiring special attention of the receiving department</li>
</ul></li><li>Safely transports assigned equipment or specimens, as necessary and time allows, with patient transport being the hospital priority.
<ul><li>Assist nursing staff with specimen or special situation equipment transport, as assigned by Patient Transporter, Supervisor</li>
<li>delivery of stock oxygen tanks or regulators to pre-assigned departments</li>
</ul></li><li>Provides in-house direction and customer service support for organizational excellence.
<ul><li>Assist hospital customers/visitors with directional information, as appropriate throughout the hospital throughout shift, as appropriate</li>
<li>Serves as greeter for visitors, patients and employees entering Independence Health. In addition to performing basic customer service and reception duties. Screens all visitors prior to entering and logs visitors in tracking program as appropriate.</li>
<li>Greet and assist patients/visitors as they enter the main entrance of the hospital.</li></ul></li><br>
</ul>
<p></p><p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Must be 18 years of age.</li>
<li>Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment.</li>
<li>Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Basic working knowledge of computers and office equipment</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Prior experience working with patients.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
License, Certification &amp; Clearances</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program Required</li>
<li>Act 33 with renewal</li>
<li>Act 34 with renewal</li>
<li>Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Supervisory Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul>
<li>This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).</li>
<li>Travel may be expected locally between Independence Health locations.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
AAP/EEO</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Independence Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Independence Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Independence Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.</li>
<li>Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Work Environment</b></p>
<p>
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines</p>
<div>
<div><div><div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</b></p>
<p><b>
Essential &ndash; Absolute Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Marginal &ndash; Minimal Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Constantly &ndash; 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Frequently &ndash; 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Occasionally &ndash; 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Rarely &ndash; Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
Physical Condition</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Essential</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Marginal</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Constantly</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Frequently</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Occasionally</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Rarely</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Never</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Heat</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Cold</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Heights</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Confined Spaces</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Mechanical Hazards</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Use of Vibrating Tools</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Operates Vehicle (company)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Operates Heavy Equipment</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Rotates All Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>8 Hours Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>10-12 Hours Shifts</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>On-Call</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Travel Between Sites</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Direct Patient Care</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Respirator Protective Equipment</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Eye Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Head Protection (hard hat)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hearing Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hand Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Feet, Toe Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Body Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Latex Exposure</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Solvent Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Paint (direct use) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Dust (sanding) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Ethylene Oxide Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Blood/Body Fluid Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Chemicals (direct use) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Mist Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Wax Stripper (direct use)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Ionizing Radiation Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Laser Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><br>
</div>
</div><p></p><p><b>Physical Demands</b></p>
<div>
<div><div><div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</b></p>
<p><b>
Essential &ndash; Absolute Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Marginal &ndash; Minimal Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Constantly &ndash; 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Frequently &ndash; 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Occasionally &ndash; 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Rarely &ndash; Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Physical Condition</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Essential</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Marginal</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Constantly</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Frequently</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Occasionally</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Rarely</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Never</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Bending (Stooping)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Sitting</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Walking</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Climbing Stairs</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Climbing Ladders</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Standing</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Kneeling</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Squatting (Crouching)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Twisting/Turning</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Keyboard/Computer Operation</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Gross Grasp</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Fine Finger Manipulation</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hand/Arm Coordination</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
20#</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
20-50#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Carry</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
5#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Transfer/Push/Pull Patients</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Seeing Near w/Acuity</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Feeling (Sensation)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Color Vision</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hearing Clearly</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Above Shoulder Level</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Forward</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Floor to Knuckle</p></div><div><br>
<p>
###</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle</p></div><div><br>
<p>
###</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder</p></div><div><br>
<p>
###</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
20#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Shoulder to Overhead</p></div><div><br>
<p>
###</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><p></p><div><br>
</div>
</div><br>
</div></div><p>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</p></div>

PATIENT TRANSPORTER - CASUAL

Crothall Healthcare

<div><ul><li>We are hiring immediately for a full time <b>PATIENT TRANSPORTER </b>position.</li><li><b>
Location</b>: Freeman Hospital West - 1102 West 32nd Street, Joplin, MO 64804. <i>Note: online applications accepted </i><i>only</i><i>.</i></li><li><b>
Schedule</b>: Full time schedule. Days may vary, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm; availability to work rotating weekends. Further details upon interview.</li><li><b>
Requirement</b>: Previous patient transport, patient care, or hospital experience preferred.</li><li><b>
Perks: Paid training!</b></li><li><b>
Fixed Pay Rate: </b>$15.00 per hour.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself. </b>At Crothall Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, you&rsquo;ll join a culture built on caring for people and creating a true sense of belonging. Our careers are filled with purpose and empower you to transform healthcare experiences while building lasting relationships.</p><p>
Crothall provides specialized, high-quality, innovative support services exclusively to the healthcare industry. As the market leader in Environmental Services (EVS), we support nearly 1,300 accounts, many of which are ranked among the nation&rsquo;s top hospitals. With nearly 30,000 team members, we hold ourselves to high standards of detail, safety, and excellence. We empower and uplift each other by working together, take responsibility for doing the right thing, and believe there is no limit to our potential when we grow together across Environmental Services, Patient Transportation, Patient Observation, Facilities Management, Healthcare Technology Solutions, Ambulatory Services, and Sterile Processing.</p><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Summary</b></h2>
</div><div><p><b>Patient Transporter</b><br>
Facilitating Internal Hospital Patient Moves</p><p><b>
Summary:</b> Responsible for the safe, timely and accurate transport of patients, medical equipment and patient-related items to their destinations.
</p><p><b>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Properly and safely transports patients, secures IVs, drainage tubes, etc., and secures patient.</li><li>
In accordance with the transportation of patients, uses wheelchairs and other approved rolling stock to carry out the essential duties of the position.</li><li>
Demonstrates competency in transporting all specific age groups.</li><li>
Ensures the safe, timely and accurate transport of patients to their destination using the proper requested equipment.</li><li>
Communicates effectively with nursing personnel, clinicians, technicians or reception and dispatch.</li><li>
Ensures the comfort of the patient by being attentive. Offers blankets, checks modesty and only engages in appropriate conversation involving patients. Never transports patients in severe pain.</li><li>
Alerts nursing staff immediately to any signs of patient distress or equipment malfunction.</li><li>
Maintains equipment and reports equipment needing repairs.</li><li>
Complies with regulatory agency standards, including federal, state and JCAHO.</li><li>
Adheres to facility confidentiality and patient&rsquo;s rights policy as outlined in the facilities HIPPA policies and procedures.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul></div></div></div><p><b>
BENEFITS FOR OUR TEAM MEMBERS</b></p><ul><li><b>
Full-time and part-time positions</b> are offered the following benefits: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identify Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and other voluntary benefits including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program</li><li><b>
Full-time positions also offer</b> the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)</li></ul><p><i>
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. </i><i>For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely,</i><i> click here</i><i> </i><i>or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.</i></p><p><i>
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Crothall.pdf</i></p><p>
Crothall is a member of Compass Group. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.</p><p><br>
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.</p><p>
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/</p><p>
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.</p><p>
Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.</p><p>
Crothall maintains a drug-free workplace.</p></div>

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