Lift and Transport Partner (South)

Community Health Net; Leominster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused healthcare provider in Leominster seeks a Transportation Aide and Patient Lift Team Member. The role involves assisting with patient transportation and lifts, working alongside healthcare professionals. Candidates should possess healthcare experience, strong relationship skills, and the ability to effectively communicate. Additionally, candidates must demonstrate physical capabilities such as lifting and standing for extended periods, ensuring high-quality patient care. Join us to make a significant difference in our community's health and well-being!

Qualifications

• Experience as a Transporter, Certified Nursing Assistant, or similar role.
• Understanding of patient-focused care.
• Ability to work semi-independently and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with transportation and patient lifts.
• Working in collaboration with a Registered Nurse.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Relationship skills

Proficiency in oral and written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Join Community

Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, “community” is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors with the best care possible, backed by state-of-the-art technology. It means getting involved in the communities we serve through volunteer opportunities and benefits initiatives. It means ensuring our dedicated caregivers can learn and grow to stay at the top of their fields and to better serve our patients. And above all, it means exceptional care, simply delivered — and we couldn’t do it without you.

Make a Difference

• The Transportation Aide and Patient Lift Team Member works individually and/or in a team of no less than two.
• Performs and assists with transportation and/or patient lifts and other patient handling maneuvers, as delegated by the Manager or Director, in collaboration with a Registered Nurse.

Exceptional Skills and Qualifications

• Healthcare experience as a Transporter, Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Support Tech, Emergency Medical Tech, etc.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Understanding of patient focused care.
• Relationship skills.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication.
• Ability to critically think, work semi-independently, multi-task, and work under pressure.
• Ability to demonstrate competence in body mechanics and proper lifting technique.

Additional Qualifications

• Must have the ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must have the ability to walk, climb/descend stairs, push, pull, bend, squat, and kneel without restrictions.
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 75 lbs.