Patient Transport Worker Lead

Aramark; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Patient Transport Worker Lead to ensure the safe and efficient transportation of patients and their belongings within a healthcare setting. This role involves using various transport methods, including wheelchairs and stretchers, while adhering to safety regulations and maintaining a positive customer service attitude. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and strong communication skills. Join a purpose-driven organization that values employee development and community service, making a meaningful impact on patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience preferred.
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and belongings safely within the institution.
• Maintain a friendly and efficient customer service attitude.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Time Management

Common Sense Understanding

Elementary Math Functions

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hospital Transportation Computer

Two-Way Radio Communication System

Job description

The Patient Transport Worker Lead is responsible for transporting patients, patient’s belongings, medical records, meds from pharmacy, hospital equipment and specimens both on and off campus via wheelchair, stretcher, bed, cart and/or van using the dispatch function of the Hospital Transportation computer and two-way radio communication system.

Job Responsibilities

1. Maintains friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients, and co-workers. Is responsive to customer needs.
2. Provides transportation to various areas of the institution to facilitate patient care.
3. Safely transports patients and their belongings, medical records, charts, blood, specimen, and equipment to various areas of the institution.
4. Safely moves patients with traction, IV’s, drainage apparatus, oxygen, and other encumbrances.
5. Adheres to all established systems and training programs to provide a safe working environment. Follows OSHA regulations and other local, state, and federal regulations.
6. Notifies dispatcher of status of assigned duties and proceeds as instructed.
7. Transports patients upon admissions and discharge helping the patient in and out of vehicles at entrances.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

1. Prefers a high school diploma or equivalent experience.
2. Must be able to communicate fluently in the English language.
3. Valid Driver’s License required.
4. Maintains a safe driving record.
5. CPR certification required within 90 days of date of hire.
6. Ability to apply elementary math functions.
7. Ability to work well under time constraints.
8. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.