Patient Transporter

AdventHealth; Calhoun (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

AdventHealth in Calhoun, GA, is seeking a Full-time Transporter to move equipment and patients safely within the facility. You will coordinate with staff and patients to ensure timely and respectful service, while handling medical supplies and reporting details accurately.

The role requires a high school credential, a valid driver's license, and CPR/BLS certification. Prior experience in a medical setting is preferred, with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equiv [Preferred]
• 1+ year public contact in a medical setting [Preferred]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Driver's License (DL) [Preferred]

Responsibilities

• Move unused equipment to designated storage areas to keep hallways clear.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare staff.
• Transport patients using stretchers, beds, wheelchairs, and cribs.
• Accurately record transport details and report information in the Transportation system.
• Assist in safe transfers of patients from bed to stretcher or wheelchair.

Skills

People Skills

Communication Skills

Technical Skills

English Proficiency

Customer Service

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Address

1035 RED BUD RD NE

City

CALHOUN

State

Georgia

Postal Code

30701

Job Description

Maintains clear hallways by moving unused equipment to designated storage areas. Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare staff. Ensures the proper handling and delivery of medical equipment and supplies. Participates in ongoing training and development to enhance skills and knowledge. Other duties as assigned. Assists in the safe transfers of patients from bed to stretcher or wheelchair. Facilitates the safe, efficient, and expedited movement of patients using stretchers, wheelchairs, beds, and cribs. Transports patient-related items such as belongings, paperwork, labs, and equipment efficiently. Accurately records transport details and reports necessary information using the Transportation system.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• People Skills: Ability to understand customers’ needs and respond to them in a pro-active, courteous, professional, and efficient manner.
• Communication Skills: Able to communicate in English using good diction, and respond to peoples needs in a pleasant and courteous manner as perceived by the customer, and as appropriate to infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.
• Technical Skills: Ability to operate stretchers, beds, and wheelchairs.
• Must be proficient in the English language and able to read, write, and follow oral instructions.
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills.
• Service/Quality focused to meet a wide range of needs.
• Ability to navigate to/from various locations throughout the facility.
• Problem solver that can think quickly in cases of emergencies or unusual situations.
• Ability to multi-task and work at a fast pace.
• Displays neat, professional appearance with a smile.
• Physical ability to withstand frequent to prolonged walking, standing, pushing, pulling, and transferring patients.
• Must be able to use a computer for patient information and basic department clerical functions.
• Excellent Customer Service skills.
• Ability to quickly learn and use software packages and equipment relevant to the department.
• Ability to quickly learn and follow departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively with peers, coworkers, clinicians, and other departments in meeting patient care standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all staff, patients, and physicians to ensure quality service and avoid delays in patient care.
• Ability to proficiently perform all care activities safely and in accordance with standards of care.
• Ability to follow patient identification/verification process prior to transporting all patients.

Education

• High School Grad or Equiv [Preferred]

Field of Study

• N/A

Work Experience

• 1+ year public contact in a medical setting [Preferred]

Additional Information

• N/A

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Driver's License (DL) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements

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Pay Range

$13.63 - $20.44

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.