Patient Transporter

Talentify; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 2,204,000; Full time

Job summary

Lovelace Medical Center in Albuquerque, NM, is seeking an evening-shift, PRN Patient Transporter. The role involves transporting patients and visitors promptly and courteously, and collaborating with hospital teams to ensure smooth service delivery.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication and computer skills, and the ability to work independently or in a team. BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Strong communication skills, compassionate and understanding, ability to handle stressful situations, ability to work on own or in a team setting.
• Ability to transfer patients from a bed to a stretcher or wheelchair with assistance, good computer and phone skills.
• One year of previous job-related experience.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provides prompt, courteous transportation services to patients and visitors.
• Collaborates on communication and services between team members as well as other ancillary departments.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassionate demeanor

Teamwork

Stress management

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Join our team as an evening-shift, PRN(as-needed), Patient Transporter in Albuquerque, NM.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Lovelace Medical Center is an acute care hospital with 263 licensed beds, providing comprehensive care, including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology, and oncology services.

Responsibilities

• Provides prompt, courteous transportation services to patients and visitors.
• Collaborates on communication and services between team members as well as other ancillary departments.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Strong communication skills, compassionate and understanding, ability to handle stressful situations, ability to work on own or in a team setting;
• Ability to transfer patients from a bed to a stretcher or wheelchair with assistance, good computer and phone skills.
• One (1) year of previous job-related experience.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Medical Terminology.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Strong communication skills, compassionate and understanding, ability to handle stressful situations, ability to work on own or in a team setting;
• Ability to transfer patients from a bed to a stretcher or wheelchair with assistance, good computer and phone skills.
• One (1) year of previous job-related experience.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Medical Terminology.
• Provides prompt, courteous transportation services to patients and visitors.
• Collaborates on communication and services between team members as well as other ancillary departments.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.