Compassionate Patient Transporter

St. Mary's Medical Center Inc; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a Full Time Transporter to safely and efficiently move patients throughout the Medical Center under the direction of the Manager, Patient Transport or designee.

Preferred candidates have a high school diploma and nurse aide experience or training; strong communication and body mechanics are required, with BLS certification maintained. Equal opportunity employer statement included.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Nurse aide program preferred.
• Experience: Nurse aide experience preferred but not required.
• Public/patient interaction experience is helpful.
• Skills: Verbal communication, lift patients, and operate transport equipment. Maintain BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport patients throughout the Medical Center.
• Assist patients and nursing staff as needed.
• Maintain patient safety and comfort during transport.

Skills

Verbal communication

Patient transport

Body mechanics

Calm under pressure

BLS certification

Ability to lift patients

Education

High school diploma

Nurse aide program

Job description

St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a Full Time Transporter to safely and efficiently move patients throughout the Medical Center under the direction of the Manager, Patient Transport or designee.

Preferred candidates have a high school diploma and nurse aide experience or training; strong communication and body mechanics are required, with BLS certification maintained. Equal opportunity employer statement included.