Patient Transport Aide

Team Member Services; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Ottawa is hiring a Patient Transport Aide to safely move patients within the facility and assist clinical staff with rounds, supplies, and stretcher management. The role emphasizes teamwork, prompt response to calls, and adherence to safety procedures.

Requires High School or equivalent, BLS certification, and preferred Nurse Assistant experience. This on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and day shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalent Required.
• Previous Nurse Assistant experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) Required.

Responsibilities

• The Patient Transport Aide performs safe and timely transport of patients interdepartmentally and upon discharge.
• Conducts rounds for the delivery and pickup of supplies, records, specimens, x-rays, orders, and equipment.
• Promptly responds to stat calls and meets requests of clinical staff.
• Assists in handling calls regarding violent patients and supports in take down procedures.
• Remains accessible at all times and offers help to alleviate heavy transitional workloads.
• Informs patients of relevant procedures.
• Performs stocking duties and reports any mechanical malfunctions to staff.
• Transports patient valuables/belongings and accompanies the patient.
• Maintains department stretchers and wheelchairs in patient-ready condition and safely manages oxygen tanks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational

Verbal Interpersonal

Customer Relations

Grammar/Spelling

Read/Comprehend

Follow Instructions

Keyboarding

Computer Skills

English Proficiency

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

• Full time
• Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Address: 1301 S MAIN ST
• City: OTTAWA
• State: Kansas
• Postal Code: 66067

Job Description:

• The Patient Transport Aide performs safe and timely transport of patients interdepartmentally and upon discharge.
• Conducts rounds for the delivery and pickup of supplies, records, specimens, x-rays, orders, and equipment.
• Promptly responds to stat calls and meets requests of clinical staff.
• Assists in handling calls regarding violent patients and supports in take down procedures.
• Remains accessible at all times and offers help to alleviate heavy transitional workloads.
• Informs patients of relevant procedures.
• Performs stocking duties and reports any mechanical malfunctions to staff.
• Transports patient valuables/belongings and accompanies the patient.
• Maintains department stretchers and wheelchairs in patient-ready condition and safely manages oxygen tanks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Organizational [Required]
• Verbal Interpersonal [Required]
• Customer Relations [Required]
• Grammar/Spelling [Required]
• Read/Comprehend written instructions [Required]
• Follow verbal instructions [Required]
• Keyboarding (manual) [Required]
• Computer (visual) [Required]
• Good people skills and organizational skills [Required]
• Ability to understand English and to follow direction [Required]

Education:

High School Graduate or Equivalent Required

Work Experience:

Previous experience as Nurse Assistant Preferred

Licenses and Certifications:

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) Required

Pay Range:

$15.79 - $23.68

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.