Compassionate Patient Transporter, Full-Time with Benefits

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Wheat Ridge, CO is seeking a caregiver to transport patients with a focus on quality, safety, and compassionate service. The role requires adherence to isolation/standard precautions, proper handoff completion, and clear communication with nurses and staff during patient transport and test site visits.

The position includes duties like admits/discharges support, linen handling, and operation of Safe Patient Handling equipment.

Qualifications

• Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association or the ability to obtain within sixty (60) days of hire (with prior approval)
• Must be at least 18 years of age if working in Radiology areas (per Intermountain's Employment of Minors Policy)
• Preferred qualifications include at least two (2) years of customer service experience and at least one (1) year of medical experience

Responsibilities

• Transports patients in a safe and efficient manner.
• Notifies patient nurse and test site staff when patients arrive or when issues occur.
• Performs wheelchair/bed rounding and restocking as needed.
• Assists with patient admits and discharges.
• Maintains communication with operators and other staff; updates on delays or issues.
• Cross-trains for support in other care site areas as required.

Skills

Patient Care

Customer Service

Teamwork

Computer Literacy

Communication

Safe Patient Handling

Personal Hygiene

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Intermountain Health in Wheat Ridge, CO is seeking a caregiver to transport patients with a focus on quality, safety, and compassionate service. The role requires adherence to isolation/standard precautions, proper handoff completion, and clear communication with nurses and staff during patient transport and test site visits.

The position includes duties like admits/discharges support, linen handling, and operation of Safe Patient Handling equipment.