Patient Transport Technician, Champaign

Advanced Medical Transport; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) match

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Payroll Direct Deposit

Uniforms Provided

Tuition Reimbursement

Sign-on Bonus

Medical, dental, vision

Flex spending / HSA

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Fitness Center Memberships

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Advanced Medical Transport in Champaign, IL is seeking full-time Patient Transport Drivers to support hospitals and facilities across Central Illinois. The role involves safe, compassionate transport for adult behavioral health patients and requires meticulous paperwork and attention to vehicle readiness.

You will work variable shifts; a valid Illinois driver’s license, clean driving record, and the ability to pass a drug screen are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license required.
• Pass drug screen.
• Minimum 2 years of full-time experience in related fields.
• Intro to mental health training within six months of hire.
• Ability to maintain safe driving practices and document patient supervision.

Responsibilities

• Supervise patients during transport.
• Provide de-escalation techniques when needed.
• Escort patient and belongings to/from vehicle at origin/destination.
• Ensure accuracy of company and patient paperwork.
• Maintain vehicle equipment and inventory as required.
• Adhere to state driving regulations and company policies.
• Promote a positive company image.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

De-escalation techniques

Patient supervision

Communication

Professional demeanor

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join Team AMT! Now hiring for full-time Patient Transport Drivers in Champaign!Advanced Medical Transport (AMT) is the premier provider of emergency and scheduled ambulance and patient transport services in Central and Western Illinois, as well as parts of Iowa. AMT is a private, not-for-profit organization operated for community benefit.As a patient transport technician, you will be responsible for ensuring compassionate, safe and efficient transfer between facilities for adult behavioral health patients. You will be part of the Illinois Patient Transfer, or IPT, team supporting hospitals, patients and families across the state.This role is based in Champaign and will work variable shifts/hours. Please be aware that transports are assigned throughout the scheduled shift hours. It is common for technicians in this role to work well-past their scheduled shift end times.Job Duties: This list may not include all the duties assigned.1. Supervision of all patients as assigned to his/her for transportation.2. Provide de-escalation techniques and aggression preventative strategies when necessary.3. Assist the healthcare facility staff in escorting the patient and their belongings to and from the vehicle at both originating and receiving facilities.4. Assure the accuracy and completeness of all company and patient contact paperwork.5. Be responsible for all equipment and supplies as specified on company vehicle check-off sheets and inventory requirements.6. Maintains current, State of Illinois driver’s license according to provisions set forth by the Illinois Secretary of State and Department of Motor Vehicles.7. Maintain professional appearance and attitude at all times.8. Help promote a positive company image.9. Accepts other duties as assigned.Advanced Medical Transport provides competitive benefits:403(b) account with 50% company matchPaid Time OffHoliday Pay — six paid holidays each year: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas DayPayroll Direct DepositFurnished UniformsPaid Continuing EducationTuition ReimbursementSign-on Bonuses for Clinical positionsEmployee Assistance ProgramMedical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, as well as flex-spending or HSA accountsDisabilityLife InsuranceFitness Center MembershipsQualifications and Performance Requirements:High school diploma or general education degree (GED) requiredValid Illinois Driver’s license requiredRequired to pass a drug screenMinimum of two (2) years of full-time experience, preferably in transportation, mental health services, security, or direct patient care (preferred)Complete an introduction to mental health training within six months of hireKnowledge of organizational policies, regulations and procedures required to administer patient supervision and transportationDemeanor and knowledge to supervise and document patient behaviorMaintain safe driving practices by consistently following all rules of the roadAbility to pass post-offer physical