Hospital Transport Shift Lead — Throughput & Team Mentoring

Health First; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Health First is seeking a Clinical Transport Shift Lead to model the Health First I-CARE Values and ensure safe and efficient transportation of patients and equipment within hospital settings.

The role monitors workload, directs prioritization, mentors staff, and supports management with performance feedback and scheduling. Commitment to safety, efficiency, and compassionate patient interaction is essential.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Previous lead or shift supervision preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: BLS Healthcare Provider certification maintained annually.

Responsibilities

• Understands and utilizes the transport tracking system to meet staffing productivity standards on assigned shift.
• Monitors the transport tracking system for inefficiencies and initiates corrections, escalating as appropriate.
• Assists with daily shift huddle discussing safety, performance and hospital updates.
• Ensures compliance with policies, procedures and department service standards.
• Monitors for proper use and inventory of supplies; escalates issues.
• Ensures proper use, care, distribution and repair of equipment; escalates issues.
• Monitors clocking in/out for shifts and meals per Health First policy.
• Performs regular rounds to improve throughput and collaborate with units.
• Act as point-of-contact to ensure tracking for specialty and rental beds.
• Welcomes patients to discharge lounge and ensures proper logging and caring farewell.

Skills

Leadership

Transport tracking software

Computer skills (Excel/Word)

Independent work

Stress management

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Transport tracking system

Job description

Health First is seeking a Clinical Transport Shift Lead to model the Health First I-CARE Values and ensure safe and efficient transportation of patients and equipment within hospital settings.

The role monitors workload, directs prioritization, mentors staff, and supports management with performance feedback and scheduling. Commitment to safety, efficiency, and compassionate patient interaction is essential.