Patient Transport Assistant - FT or PT

Nebraska Medicine; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% differential

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Patient Transport Assistant to support safe and timely patient movement throughout the hospital. This role helps patients get to and from patient rooms, treatment areas, testing locations, and other areas as needed.

The Patient Transport Assistant transports patients by wheelchair, bed, or stretcher and performs identified non-clinical tasks as assigned or delegated to support patient care and department needs.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent is required.
• BLS certification from an AHA-endorsed program within 30 days of hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Move patients safely and timely throughout the hospital as assigned.
• Transport patients by wheelchair, bed, or stretcher and perform non-clinical tasks to support care teams.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Hospital environment familiarity

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS certification within 30 days of hire

Job description

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift

Second Shift (United States of America)

Patient Transport Assistant - Second Shift

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Patient Transport Assistant to support safe and timely patient movement throughout the hospital. This role helps patients get to and from patient rooms, treatment areas, testing locations, and other areas as needed.

The Patient Transport Assistant transports patients by wheelchair, bed, or stretcher and performs identified non-clinical tasks as assigned or delegated to support patient care and department needs.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys staying active, working in a hospital setting, and supporting patients, families, and care teams throughout the day.

Schedule

• Full-time and part-time shifts available.
• Available shift: 12:00pm–8:00pm
• Schedules are Monday–Friday with varied days based on department needs.
• This role does not have a weekend requirement.
• Holiday commitment is required based on FTE.
• This role will offer a 10% differential

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

• Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.
• Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.
• Dignity and Respect We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.
• Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

Perform identified non-clinical tasks as assigned or delegated to support team environment to meet patient care and unit based needs. Transport patients to and from their rooms to treatment rooms either by wheelchair or gurney.

Required Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior working experience with customers or patients preferred.
• Prior experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of the use of patient care equipment/supplies preferred.
• Experience with telecommunication systems preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively preferred.
• Ability to multi-task preferred.
• Ability to deal with difficult or challenging customer interactions and elevate to management as appropriate preferred.

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.