Patient Transporter

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a day shift, full-time Patient Transporter. You will provide prompt, courteous transportation for patients and visitors, and collaborate with clinical teams to support safe, efficient patient flow.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of related experience, ability to transfer patients with assistance, and BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Transfer patients from a bed to a stretcher or wheelchair with assistance.
• 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

Patient transport

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, 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, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and 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 UNM Rehabilitation Hospital includes state-of-the-art rehabilitation services for patients recovering from healthcare conditions. It is the only rehabilitation hospital in the state accredited in six programs by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities.

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.
• Transfer patients from a bed to a stretcher or wheelchair with assistance
• 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 Knowledge.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Transfer patients from a bed to a stretcher or wheelchair with assistance
• 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 Knowledge.
• 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.