Patient Transport Specialist - Non-Emergency Care

Archbold; Quitman (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental

Retirement Plan

PTO and paid life insurance

Job summary

Archbold Memorial Hospital in Quitman, GA seeks a Non-Emergency Transporter to assist patients of all ages during non-emergency transport. The role demands careful communication, timely task completion, and a focus on safety for clients, staff and drivers.

The position requires 21+ years old with a clean driving record; a high school diploma or GED is preferred, and DOT physicals may be required. Experience in healthcare helps; lifting patients on stretchers is part of the job.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must have no more than 2 motor vehicle violations in the last 5 years and be insurable by hospital insurance.
• Must pass DOT physical to drive a commercial vehicle (van).
• Requires good communication skills, dependability, patience, compassion and the desire to work with people.
• Must be self-motivated and work independently.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift weight of patients on stretchers.

Responsibilities

• Care for and communicate with clients of all ages during non-emergency transportation.
• Complete daily tasks on a consistent and timely manner.
• Maintain a safe environment for clients, co-workers and self during transportation.
• Ensure correct billing information and proper forms are completed at the time transportation arrangements are made.
• Oversee proper operation of transport vehicles and equipment and report maintenance as needed.
• Maintain current job knowledge and competencies.

Skills

Communication

Dependability

Patience

Compassion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Archbold Memorial Hospital in Quitman, GA seeks a Non-Emergency Transporter to assist patients of all ages during non-emergency transport. The role demands careful communication, timely task completion, and a focus on safety for clients, staff and drivers.

The position requires 21+ years old with a clean driving record; a high school diploma or GED is preferred, and DOT physicals may be required. Experience in healthcare helps; lifting patients on stretchers is part of the job.