Patient Transporter

Lehigh Valley Health Network; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health care organization is seeking dedicated transport personnel to ensure safe and efficient patient movement throughout the facility. This role involves assisting patients with mobility needs, coordinating transport activities, and maintaining equipment. Join a team recognized for excellence in patient care and experience a fulfilling career in a supportive environment that values teamwork and compassion. With opportunities for professional growth and development, this position is perfect for those looking to make a positive impact in health care.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide a high level of customer service.
• Demonstrates a compassionate and positive disposition.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients safely and timely as directed by medical staff.
• Coordinates patient transport activities and handles equipment.

Skills

Customer Service

Compassionate Interaction

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Transport Software

Job description

Join a team that delivers excellence.

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.

Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a health care organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Moves patients to and from clinical units and various diagnostic/treatment areas via a wheelchair, stretcher, or bed which may include patients with oxygen tanks, intravenous pumps, drips, and other equipment. Coordinates patient transport activities in the facility as well as at the entrances. Responds to various alerts to prevent and assist with emergent situations.

Job Duties

• Transports patients in a safe and timely manner as directed by medical professional staff and established policies and procedures.


• Assists in retrieving, cleaning and storage of all patient transport equipment.


• Completes all training requirements and attends in-service education and scheduled departmental staff meetings for transportation planning and initiatives.


• Supports patient throughput and hospital capacity initiatives by using transport software, to facilitate timely patient transports.


• Coordinates activities in the discharged patient holding area.


• Handles portable oxygen cylinders safely.


• Obtains transport equipment for transport.


• Receives and documents patient transportation assignments.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to demonstrate the importance of and ability to provide a high level of customer service.


• Ability to display a compassionate, positive, and upbeat disposition in interactions with customers/patients.


• Ability to multi-task and take initiative.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 180 Days

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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