Assistant Director of Transport

HHS; Sunset Hills (MO); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career development and ongoing培训

Job summary

HHS at Mercy Hospital South seeks an Assistant Director of Transport to lead the patient transport team and ensure timely, safe patient movement. You will collaborate with clinical staff to support care delivery and improve patient experience across the facility.

The role requires at least 2+ years of supervisory experience, strong communication and leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of managing a team in a healthcare/transport setting.
• Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Willing to relocate for promotion opportunities.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.
• Familiarity with OSHA, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the patient transport team to meet objectives and deliver excellent service.
• Coordinate and monitor the daily movement of hospital patients throughout the facility.
• Recruit, train, develop, and assign team members.
• Perform inspections, coach, and counsel staff.
• Collaborate with department, facility, and company leadership to achieve goals.
• Analyze data and adjust to meet budgets and compliance.
• Execute, maintain, and monitor quality control systems and budgets.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Professionalism

Decision making

Proactivity

Team player

Business ethics

Organization

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Other software

Job description

Location:Mercy Hospital South - TransportPay Rate:Salary - Salary Plan, 65,000.00 USD AnnualWork Shift:Job DescriptionWe’re looking for a friendly, compassionate, leader to join our patient transport team!As the Assistant Director of Transport, you will lead a goal-oriented hospital patient transportation department to create a team environment that is effective, productive, and rewarding. Together with your team, you will move patients throughout the facility to support an environment where clinical staff can focus on delivering excellent care and patients can heal.ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership to the patient transport team to meet objectives and deliver excellent serviceProvide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respectCoordinate and monitor the daily movement of hospital patients throughout the facilityDemonstrate continuous ability to maintain and/or improve customer and patient satisfactionLead and manage team member recruiting, training, development, and assignmentsPerform daily inspections and assessments and coach and counsel team membersCollaborate with department, facility, and company leadership to achieve goalsAnalyze data and make adjustments to meet facility, budget, and compliance goalsExecute, maintain, and monitor quality control systems and budgetsDrive compliance with health, safety, and industry regulatory agenciesControl and manage inventories according to set budgetsSkillsInterpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organizationCommunication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communicationCustomer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectationsProfessionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanorDecision Making: Ability to quickly make sound decisions and judgmentsProactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needsTeam Player: Willingness to collaborate and provide support where needed to achieve outcomesBusiness Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealingsOrganization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environmentRequirements2+ years managing a teamComputer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various softwareAble to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidaysMust be willing to relocate for promotion opportunitiesNot Required But a Big PlusProficiency in languages other than English, especially SpanishFamiliarity with OSHA, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirementsWhat We OfferPaid time off (vacation and sick)Medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with employer matchEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Career development and ongoing trainingImportant to KnowMany healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place.Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.Who is HHSHHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.We are growing rapidly and seeking motivated leaders to join us for the next stage of our journey. We support and encourage growth from within and believe that we have countless future leaders in our organization who are waiting for their next opportunity. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Team supports a work environment where individuals of all backgrounds are heard, respected, and encouraged to grow.APP-EVS