Patient Transport Tech Part-time 8a-4:30p. Every Other Weekend and Holiday.

TriHealth, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Shift differentials

Job summary

TriHealth's Good Sam Hospital in Cincinnati is hiring a Part-Time Patient Transporter to move patients and supplies safely between units, imaging, and labs. You will support patient comfort and safety, operate a two-way radio, and follow department safety policies.

Prerequisites include a High School Diploma, BLS, CPR ability, strong communication, and basic computer/phone skills; up to 1 year related experience preferred. Schedule: Day shift 8:00pm-4:30pm, with every other weekend and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• BLS certification or willingness to obtain BLS.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and supplies to and from various hospital destinations.
• Assist patients arriving and departing from the hospital and transfer equipment as needed.
• Follow department safety policies and infection control guidelines.
• Operate two-way radios and communicate clearly with dispatch.
• Maintain equipment in good condition and report any issues.
• Provide compassionate, courteous patient assistance at all times.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer literacy

CPR readiness

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Patient Transportation Tech - Good Sam Hospital

Make a difference every day as a Patient Transporter at TriHealth. Join a compassionate, servant led team committed to excellence in patient care service while working in a supportive, high-energy environment.

We offer career growth opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, and competitive shift differentials as appropriate for your shift worked.

Location: Good Sam Hospital, 375 Dixmyth Ave Cincinnati, OH 45220

Work Schedule

• Part-Time (20 hours weekly)
• Day Shift 8:00pm-4:30pm. Every Other Weekend and Holiday

Incentives & Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package—including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement. Please view our benefits page https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits

Job Overview

This position is responsible for the transportation of patients to and from various areas, including but not limited to nursing units, procedure areas, testing areas, therapy, and laboratory areas. Also provides assistance to patients arriving and departing from the hospital, specimens, supplies, medication, and other related items to appropriate hospital and clinical locations. Frequently, they may be called upon to assist in the physical movement of patients to and from bed and/or equipment. This position is expected to know and practice all basic hospital safety policies, to carry out transport and equipment assignments under general supervision, show evidence of efficient time management and sound basic knowledge of patient needs for comfort and safety during transport. Trained in CPR, and be responsible for the handling/transporting of medication.

Job Requirements:

• High School Degree
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
• Strong verbal communication & writing skills
• Knowledge of computers and phones
• Ability to pass a CPR course
• Ability to effectively use a two way radio
• Up to 1 year experience in a related field

Job Responsibilities

• After completing an assignment accepts the next assignment on floor or in a timely manner. Does not go idle wasting time in-between runs.
• Is always approachable while being addressed by the dispatcher/lead with other duties as assigned and clocks in/out and breaks in a timely manner.
• Facilitate patient and supply movement within the time standard set by this department.
• Transport patients and supplies to and from various destinations observing department policies and procedures.
• Exhibit Service Excellence set by TriHealth and laid out in the Service Standards Agreements.
• Acts as a good steward in terms of care and condition of equipment and supplies. Cleans and maintains equipment per departmental policy, following infection control guidelines. Works to maintain the integrity and functioning of equipment and supplies.

Other Job-Related Information

Working Conditions

• Climbing - Occasionally
• Hearing: Conversation - Consistently
• Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
• Kneeling - Occasionally
• Lifting 50+ Lbs - Frequently
• Lifting 11-50 Lbs - Consistently
• Pulling - Consistently
• Pushing - Consistently
• Reaching - Consistently
• Sitting - Occasionally
• Standing - Consistently
• Stooping - Consistently
• Talking - Consistently
• Use of Hands - Frequently
• Color Vision - Occasionally
• Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently
• Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
• Walking - Consistently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

Serve: ALWAYS

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect: ALWAYS

• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
• Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS

• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage: ALWAYS

• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community