Patient Care & Transport Specialist

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

UF Health is seeking a part-time patient care support role in Gainesville, FL. The position involves maintaining the patient environment, supplying care items, transporting patients and materials, and assisting in direct care under supervision of clinical staff.

Responsibilities include positioning and transferring patients safely, supporting the surgical team, and helping ensure a culture of safety and patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and follow basic written and oral instructions.
• One year of hospital patient care support background preferred.
• Demonstrated customer service and communication skills.
• Must be able to lift, bend, and physically support patients and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care by maintaining the patient environment, supplying necessary care items, transporting patients and patient-related materials, and assisting in direct care by clinical personnel.
• Perform and problem-solve in patient positioning/transfers under supervision of the surgical team using appropriate equipment.
• Assist in building a culture of safety and ensuring positive patient customer satisfaction.
• Transport patients, medical equipment, and items to required destinations to support clinicians.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Reading & writing

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

UF Health is seeking a part-time patient care support role in Gainesville, FL. The position involves maintaining the patient environment, supplying care items, transporting patients and materials, and assisting in direct care under supervision of clinical staff.

Responsibilities include positioning and transferring patients safely, supporting the surgical team, and helping ensure a culture of safety and patient satisfaction.