Hospital Patient Transport Specialist

WVU Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals is seeking a Transport Aide to support the patient care team by safely moving patients and supplies within the Morgantown campus. You will escort patients and items to various departments including the hospital and health sciences center, and assist with preparations for transport.

The role requires vigilance for patient safety, monitoring devices during transit, and proper handling of oxygen equipment.

Qualifications

• First aid certification (HeartSaver) within 30 days of hire date.
• Background check as required by WVU Health System and West Virginia regulations.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients or items to appropriate departments within the hospital campus.
• Greet patients, identify self, and prepare them for transport.
• Monitor patient condition and devices during transport; report concerns to RN.
• Transport patients requiring oxygen and manage oxygen equipment.
• Disinfect wheelchairs and stretchers after use.

Skills

Patient transport safety

Oxygen handling

Education

First Aid Certification (HeartSaver)

Job description

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals is seeking a Transport Aide to support the patient care team by safely moving patients and supplies within the Morgantown campus. You will escort patients and items to various departments including the hospital and health sciences center, and assist with preparations for transport.

The role requires vigilance for patient safety, monitoring devices during transit, and proper handling of oxygen equipment.