Patient & Specimen Transporter: Safe, Timely Deliveries

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center; Rossville (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center is seeking a dedicated transporter to move patient specimens, records, medications, and schedules within the hospital campus. You will adhere to pickup and delivery schedules, assist nursing and clinical staff, and ensure patient safety and comfort during transport.

CPR certification is required, and prior hospital experience is preferred. Strong communication and basic computer skills are advantageous for documenting transport logs and inventory

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and perform arithmetic; required.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to schedule for pickup and delivery of patient results/medications to nursing units.
• Delivers and picks up messages, packages, medical records, interoffice mail, etc.
• Maintains clean and orderly transport areas and equipment.
• Observes patient's general condition during transport and notifies nursing staff of any issues.
• Provides relief coverage to ensure continuity of service.
• Transports patients to and from clinical areas as directed and ensures patient safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center is seeking a dedicated transporter to move patient specimens, records, medications, and schedules within the hospital campus. You will adhere to pickup and delivery schedules, assist nursing and clinical staff, and ensure patient safety and comfort during transport.

CPR certification is required, and prior hospital experience is preferred. Strong communication and basic computer skills are advantageous for documenting transport logs and inventory