Patient Transport, PRN

Mercy; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Patient Transporter to move patients and equipment within the Medical Center, ensuring safe body mechanics and accurate tracking of patient locations as they travel to designated areas.

The role emphasizes teamwork with various departments and adherence to safety standards. Preferred candidates have high school education and at least two years of customer service experience; BLS CPR/AED certification is required.

Qualifications

• Two years of customer service experience.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) certification.
• Preferred: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and equipment between departments.
• Maintain PAR levels for equipment.
• Use Epic to track patient location and equipment Movement.
• Work with coworkers across departments to ensure safety.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Epic software

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Transports patients and equipment to and from various departments within the Medical Center. Performs various patient related activities, as assigned. Patients are transported in a safe manner and proper body mechanics are utilized at all times. Maintains PAR levels for equipment in various locations throughout the Medical Center. Continuously shows the ability to work well with other co-workers (both within the Patient Transportation Department and other departments). Uses Epic software to track each patient's location as they travel to and from designated areas throughout the facility. Uses Epic software to to track equipment movement throughout the facility.

Position Details:

Education:
Licensure:
Experience:
Certifications: BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) program
Other: The physical demands described here are the representative of the minimums that must be met by an employee to perform all essential functions of the job.
Preferred Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Licensure:
Preferred Experience: Two years customer service experience.
Preferred Certifications:
Preferred Other:

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.