Patient Transporter

2810 Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

2810 Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Transporter to safely move patients, specimens, equipment, and linen across the hospital. The role includes collecting biohazard waste and maintaining daily operations to ensure timely care delivery.

Schedule is Saturdays and Sundays, 11 AM to 7:30 PM, with attention to safety standards and coordination with dispatch for tasks. High school diploma preferred; experience may substitute for the degree.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes.
• Licenses and Credentials: Experience.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: clear communication, courteous interaction, follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Receive assignments from the coordinator and complete tasks promptly.
• Perform patient transport, delivery of laboratory specimens, and linen/supply distribution.
• Transport to morgue and collection/replacement of biohazard waste and sharps containers.
• Attend monthly meetings and assist in hospital operations as needed.

Skills

Patient transport

Clear communication in English

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Schedule: 11 AM - 7:30 PM every Saturday & Sunday The Transporter is responsible for the safe and timely movement of patients, specimens, equipment, supplies, and linen throughout the hospital. This role also includes the collection of biohazard waste, sharps containers, and soiled linen. The Transporter supports daily hospital operations and plays a vital role in ensuring efficient care delivery.

Essential Functions

Receive assignments from the coordinator, which may include:

• Patient transport
• Laboratory specimen delivery
• Linen and supply distribution
• Morgue transport
• Biohazard waste and sharps container collection and replacement
• Complete each assignment promptly and notify dispatch upon completion to receive the next task.
• Perform quarterly cleaning of transport equipment to meet hospital cleanliness and safety standards.
• Attend monthly department meetings to stay updated on procedures and expectations.
• Support additional tasks and duties as needed to assist in hospital operations.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes.

Licenses and Credentials: Experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Staff adheres to all I C.A.R.E. Standards.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English: oral, written and typed.
• Ability to converse with patients and staff in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Must be able to follow instructions, printed or verbal.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite Work Location 1153 Centre Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 0 Employee Type Per Diem Work Shift Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$18.10 - $24.36/Hourly Grade SF1100

Benefits and Compensation

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

2810 Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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