Patient Transport Associate Weekend days

massgeneralbrigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham in Boston is seeking a Patient Transporter who moves patients to various locations for procedures. Responsibilities include assisting and lifting patients into wheelchairs or stretchers and ensuring comfort and safety during transit.

The role requires standing and walking most of shifts, ability to lift 50 pounds, and good communication and customer service skills. A high school diploma is required, and 0–1 year of customer service or hospital experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• 0–1 year of customer service or hospital/medical office experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients or lift into wheelchairs or stretchers.
• Transport patients to procedures and locations within the hospital.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety during transit.
• Monitor transport requests and complete them promptly.
• Deliver specimens, equipment, supplies and mail as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for moving patients to various locations throughout the hospital. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Assisting patients or lifting patients into wheelchairs or stretchers.
• Transporting patients to various locations in the hospital for medical procedures.
• Ensuring patients are comfortable and safe during transit.
• Monitoring the scheduling system for transport requests and completing them promptly.
• Delivering laboratory specimens, medical equipment, supplies, and mail.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Experience

Customer Service Experience 0-1 year required and Medical Office/Hospital/Managed Care Experience 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Reliable time-management and attention to detail skills.
• Ability to complete the physical tasks of the job including independently lifting 50 pounds.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasional y (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

55 Fruit Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$17.71 - $24.28/Hourly

Grade

2

Compensation and Benefits

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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