Compassionate Patient Transporter - Safe, Efficient Care

Mount Sinai Medical Center; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Healthcare spending accounts

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

On-site housing for select positions

Job summary

Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach is seeking a Patient Transport team member to move patients between units, inform patients of destinations, and maintain safety through proper body mechanics.

Applicants must have CPR certification or be able to obtain it during training and possess a high school diploma or GED. Strong customer service and teamwork are essential in supporting nursing staff and other personnel.

Qualifications

• CPR certification or the ability to obtain it during training.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• States name & informs patient on where they are to be transported.
• Uses proper body mechanics when positioning, lifting, turning, and ambulating patients.
• Assists in care and maintenance of department equipment, wheelchairs and stretchers and ensures equipment is clean and in safe operating condition.
• Notifies nursing staff when patient is leaving the unit and when patient returns to the unit.
• Ensures patient chart accompanies patient during transport.

Skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Safe patient transport

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Portable radio

Job description

Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach is seeking a Patient Transport team member to move patients between units, inform patients of destinations, and maintain safety through proper body mechanics.

Applicants must have CPR certification or be able to obtain it during training and possess a high school diploma or GED. Strong customer service and teamwork are essential in supporting nursing staff and other personnel.