Hospital Transport Aide

Park Nicollet Health Services; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement program

Time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Onsite clinic

Job summary

Park Nicollet Health Services seeks a Hospital Transport Aide at Methodist Hospital to provide safe, courteous transport within inpatient areas. You will work with hospital staff to move patients efficiently while upholding confidentiality and patient care standards.

The role requires independence, strong communication, and proficiency in basic procedures and infection control. Schedule is 40 hours weekly, with a day/evening shift from 9am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work independently and problem-solve.
• Strong communication, patient confidentiality and listening skills.
• Trained in clinical procedures, infection control and transfer training.
• Ability to communicate with diverse patient populations, including those with impairments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with transfers of patients to appropriate transport mode.
• Use communication and technology to support transport efficiency.
• Demonstrate initiative, organization and timely schedule adherence.
• Collaborate with care providers and internal customers.

Skills

Independent work

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Customer relations

Listening skills

Confidentiality

Clinical procedure training

Infection control practices

Body mechanics

Transfer training

Education

High School Graduate/GED

CNA training (preferred)

Job description

Job DescriptionMethodist Hospital is looking to hire a Hospital Transport Aide to join our team! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.

Job DescriptionMethodist Hospital is looking to hire a Hospital Transport Aide to join our team! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.

Position Summary:

Transporters will work with hospital staff in ancillary departments, patient care units and the rehabilitation department to provide safe, courteous, and efficient transport services to all patients within Methodist Hospital inpatient areas.

Transporters Will

• Perform or assist with the transfers of patients to appropriate mode of transport vehicle.
• Utilize communication and technology to assist in the efficiency of the transport service.
• Duties require initiative, organizational skills, written and telephone communication skills, base level computer skills, and meeting schedule timelines.
• Work collaboratively as a team with all care providers and other internal customers.

Daily flexibility in work duties is a requirement to support the department in meeting its patient care needs.

Work Schedule:

FTE 1.0, (40 hours per week), Day/Evening shift, 9am-5:30pm Monday-Friday.

Required Qualifications

• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be able to problem-solve using good communication and people skills.
• Strong verbal communication, customer relations, and listening skills are essential.
• Must be able to promote and maintain good customer relations and patient confidentiality.
• Must be trained in and demonstrate proficiency in clinical procedures, infection control practices, body mechanics and transfer training.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with a wide variety of patients including those with speech and hearing impairments.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Graduate/GED
• Previous experience as a rehab aide, radiology aide, nursing assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant training.
• Current enrollment in an allied health program.
• Six months experience in a customer service or volunteer position

Benefits

Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more! Hired candidates will begin at the minimum range stated above and may be eligible to receive additional compensation based on role (e.g. shift differential, bonus, etc.)

About Us

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed To Support Your Total Health

As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.