Transporter

Job Title: Resident Transporter

Department: Nursing

Reports to: Administrator / Director of Nursing

Position Summary:

The Resident Transporter is responsible for safely and efficiently transporting residents within the facility and to outside medical appointments, ensuring comfort, dignity, and safety at all times. This position plays a vital role in supporting clinical staff, rehabilitation services, and overall resident satisfaction by providing dependable transportation services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Transport residents to external medical appointments, hospitals and other healthcare facilities as scheduled.
• Assist residents with transfers (wheelchair, stretcher, or ambulation) following proper safety and infection control protocols.
• Secure wheelchairs and equipment properly during transport.
• Monitor residents for any signs of distress during transport and immediately report concerns to the nursing staff.
• Maintain resident dignity, privacy and comfort at all times.
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff, therapy departments, and administrative personnel regarding schedules and transport needs.
• Maintain and update transport schedules based on the residents' needs.
• Perform routine safety checks and maintain cleanliness of the transport equipment and vehicles.
• Adhere to facility policies of OSHA guidelines, and infection control standards.
• Assist with additional non-clinical support tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to pass a background check.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid Driver's license.
• Clean driving record.
• CPR certified (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Experience in healthcare, long-term care or rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Ability to safely operate wheelchairs, stretchers and other transport equipment.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical ability to lift, push and assist residents safely (may require lifting up to 100 pounds with assistance).
• Frequent standing, walking, bending and lifting.
• Ability to assist with resident transfers.
• Ability to push wheelchairs and stretchers for extended periods of time.

Skill and Abilities:

• Compassionate and patient-centered approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Good organizational skills and time managment skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Myrtle Beach, SC 29588 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Myrtle Beach, SC 29588: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person