Compassionate Patient Transporter — Safe, Efficient Mobility

marywashingtonhealthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a Centralized Transporter to move patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed and support staff with clerical tasks to ensure quality patient care. You will monitor patient comfort and safety and coordinate with nurses and unit staff to maintain smooth operations.

Requirements include a high school diploma and BLS certification; prior experience in a patient care setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required.
• Previous experience in a patient care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients safely and effectively by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed.
• Exhibits caution with IV lines, pumps, monitors, and other medical devices.
• Transports specimens and equipment as assigned.
• Maintains awareness of isolation precautions and protective requirements.
• Observes standard precautions at all times.
• Relays critical information to staff upon entry or return to department.
• Performs essential patient-related clerical, maintenance and direct care activities.

Skills

BLS certification

Patient care (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a Centralized Transporter to move patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed and support staff with clerical tasks to ensure quality patient care. You will monitor patient comfort and safety and coordinate with nurses and unit staff to maintain smooth operations.

Requirements include a high school diploma and BLS certification; prior experience in a patient care setting is preferred.