Patient Transportation Tech Full-Time 8am-4:30pm

TriHealth; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

TriHealth is hiring a Patient Transporter at Good Sam Hospital in Cincinnati, OH. The role involves transporting patients to various hospital areas, aiding patient movement, and handling related tasks with CPR and BLS trained staff.

Day shift, full-time, 40 hours per week, with every other weekend and holiday. Requirements include a high school diploma, CPR/BLS, strong communication and computer skills, and the ability to pass CPR and operate a two-way radio.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from nursing units, procedure areas, testing areas, therapy, and lab locations.
• Assist patients arriving and departing from the hospital, and handle specimens, supplies, medication as needed.
• Move patients using safe techniques and equipment while maintaining time standards.
• Follow hospital safety policies and service standards while transporting.”

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

CPR/BLS

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Two-way radio

Computers/phones

Job description

Job Description

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.
Apply today and grow your career with a team that truly values you.
Location: Good Sam Hospital, 375 Dixmyth Ave Cincinnati, OH 45220
Work Schedule

• Full-Time (40 hours weekly)
• Day Shift 8:00am-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
At TriHealth, We Believe There Is No Responsibility More Important Than To SERVE Our Patients, Our Communities, And Our Fellow Team Members. To Achieve Our Vision And Mission, ALL TriHealth Team Members Are Expected To Demonstrate And Live The Following
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