Lift and Transport Partner

Community Health Network; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network is seeking a Transportation Aide and Patient Lift Team Member in Indianapolis, Indiana. The role involves working alongside healthcare professionals to assist with patient transportation and lifting tasks, ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Ideal candidates will have healthcare experience, a high school diploma or GED equivalent, and possess strong communication and relationship skills. Responsibilities include collaborating with nurses and performing proper lifting techniques.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Transporter, Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Support Tech, or Emergency Medical Tech.
• Understanding of patient-focused care.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Work individually and/or in a team of no less than two.
• Perform patient lifts and handling maneuvers.
• Collaborate with Registered Nurse as needed.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Oral and written communication

Relationship skills

Critical thinking

Body mechanics knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Transportation Aide and Patient Lift Team Member

Responsibilities

• Works individually and/or in a team of no less than two.
• Performs and assists with transportation and/or patient lifts and other patient handling maneuvers, as delegated by the Manager or Director, in collaboration with a Registered Nurse.

Qualifications

• Healthcare experience as a Transporter, Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Support Tech, Emergency Medical Tech, etc.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Understanding of patient focused care.
• Relationship skills.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication.
• Ability to critically think, work semi-independently, multi-task, and work under pressure.
• Ability to demonstrate competence in body mechanics and proper lifting technique.

Additional Qualifications

• Must have the ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must have the ability to walk, climb/descend stairs, push, pull, bend, squat, and kneel without restrictions.
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 75 lbs.