Patient Transport

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids is seeking a Part-time Patient Transporter. The role supports the delivery of quality patient care by transporting patients to and from examinations and treatments, performing general errands, and assisting with equipment and supplies as needed. Shifts are days, 7 a.m.

to 3:30 p.m., with Tuesday and every other weekend required. Responsibilities include proper patient identification, timely transport, and clean, safe handling of equipment in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• BLS Certification (AHA) required within 90 days.
• BLS Certification (ARC) accepted within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for transport and verify identification before transporting.
• Transport patients and equipment to testing and procedure areas including ICU and other units.
• Coordinate with medical staff to ensure required supplies and medications accompany the patient.
• Assist in toileting ambulatory patients under RN direction.
• Clean and disinfect equipment and maintain clean work areas.
• Report malfunctioning equipment to appropriate department staff.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

BLS Certification (AHA)

BLS Certification (ARC)

Job description

SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St NE - Grand Rapids

Schedule: Part Time, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday and every other weekend.

Job Summary

Transports all patient populations to and from examinations and treatments. Performs general errands and other routine duties including cleaning equipment, securing supplies, and other tasks as required. Acts as a team member in the delivery of quality patient care. Adheres to unit procedures wherever transport services rendered.

Essential Functions

• Prepares patient for transport and performs passive and active identification to ensure all patients are properly identified before transporting.
• Transports all patients and equipment to and from testing and procedure areas including inpatient, outpatient, emergency and high risk Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
• Effectively communicates with medical employees to ensure all required medical supplies and medications are appropriately transported with the patient including the administering of oxygen when required.
• Responsible for the timely discharge of patients throughout the hospital.
• Under the direction of medical employees and/or Registered Nurse (RN), assists in providing support in toileting ambulatory patients.
• Cleans and disinfects equipment according to established policies and procedures. Maintains clean work areas and returns equipment to appropriate department. Communicates malfunctioning equipment/instruments to appropriate department/unit staff.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association All Corewell Health Hospital locations. 90 Days
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross All Corewell Health Hospital locations. 90 Days

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St NE - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Patient Transport Butterworth - Grand Rapids Hosp

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

16

Hours of Work

7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Days Worked

Tuesday

Weekend Frequency

Every other weekend

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.