Patient Transport Specialist: Safe, Caring Campus Mobility

CHI St Alexius Bismarck; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CHI St. Alexius Health in Bismarck seeks a Patient Transporter to move inpatients and outpatients across the campus, ensuring safe identification and smooth transfers. You will greet patients, observe condition, report issues, keep areas clean, and comply with safety goals and incident reporting, reflecting a strong commitment to patient care.

This on-site role supports hospital operations across CHI St. Alexius Health's network, requiring attentiveness, reliability, and a professional demeanor

Qualifications

• BLS-CPR certification upon hire.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patient Transportation: Safely transports inpatients and ER patients to Radiology using stretchers, wheelchairs, or by walking, per staff direction and patient abilities.
• National Patient Safety Goals Adherence: Follows patient identification, handwashing, and CMS/Joint Commission mandates.
• Equipment Management: Reports equipment malfunctions or repairs to supervision.
• Communication & Prioritization: Receives, prioritizes, and responds to calls effectively.
• Incident Reporting: Uses the CHI incident reporting system for injuries, concerns, and equipment failures.
• System-Wide Support: Provides coverage for other campuses/sites during staffing shortages as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Patient handling

Education

BLS-CPR certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

CHI St. Alexius Health in Bismarck seeks a Patient Transporter to move inpatients and outpatients across the campus, ensuring safe identification and smooth transfers. You will greet patients, observe condition, report issues, keep areas clean, and comply with safety goals and incident reporting, reflecting a strong commitment to patient care.

This on-site role supports hospital operations across CHI St. Alexius Health's network, requiring attentiveness, reliability, and a professional demeanor