Onsite Patient Transport Specialist | Safe, Efficient Care

UChicago Medicine; Illinois; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Join UChicago Medicine as a Patient Transportation Specialist PRN at our Hyde Park medical campus. This role involves safely transporting patients, charts, specimens, and equipment within the center. Essential functions include patient lifting and transfers, communication with staff, and responding to emergencies.

A high school diploma is required, alongside strength and endurance for patient handling. On-the-job training is provided. Enjoy a rewarding experience in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Prior patient care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of lift and transfer skills to perform job functions safely.
• Ability to use various transportation equipment.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and timely transportation of patients within the Health Center.
• Assist staff with patient transfers and lifting.
• Communicate activity changes to Dispatchers via Teletracking System.
• Respond to all emergency codes and internal disasters.

Skills

Physical strength and endurance

Customer service skills

Verbal communication

Ability to use transportation equipment

Education

High School or equivalent

Job description

Join UChicago Medicine as a Patient Transportation Specialist PRN at our Hyde Park medical campus. This role involves safely transporting patients, charts, specimens, and equipment within the center. Essential functions include patient lifting and transfers, communication with staff, and responding to emergencies.

A high school diploma is required, alongside strength and endurance for patient handling. On-the-job training is provided. Enjoy a rewarding experience in a supportive environment.