Patient Transport & Care Coordination Specialist

Ephraim McDowell Health, Inc.; Baughman Heights (KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Assistance Program

Pharmacy Residency Program

Job summary

The Internal Patient Transporter at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center, Inc. coordinates transport across nursing, diagnostics, and laboratories using a beeper system and clear communication with staff. It requires social maturity, friendliness and a patient‑centered approach.

The role involves transporting patients, charts, specimens and supplies, maintaining unit updates, and adhering to infection control and safety guidelines while using Meditech and standard transport equipment.

Qualifications

• Requires the ability to transport patients, charts, specimens and items across departments.
• Demonstrates good communication to coordinate with nursing and diagnostic areas.
• Follows infection control standards and HIPAA policies.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients, charts, specimens and items to testing and clinical areas.
• Keep units informed on progress of patient transports.
• Interact professionally with patients and staff and adhere to safety procedures.

Skills

Meditech knowledge

Computer skills

Good body mechanics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Meditech

Job description

The Internal Patient Transporter at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center, Inc. coordinates transport across nursing, diagnostics, and laboratories using a beeper system and clear communication with staff. It requires social maturity, friendliness and a patient‑centered approach.

The role involves transporting patients, charts, specimens and supplies, maintaining unit updates, and adhering to infection control and safety guidelines while using Meditech and standard transport equipment.