Patient Transporter

CHI; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,006; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Patient Transporter to provide essential assistance and transportation for patients across our campus. Responsibilities include safely transporting patients, utilizing transportation software for accurate scheduling, and maintaining a clean environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and a strong commitment to patient safety and customer service. Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred. The pay range is $15.00 - $20.33 per hour.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to patient safety and exceptional customer service.
• Ability to operate standard hospital equipment effectively.
• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport inpatients internally to various hospital departments.
• Utilize transportation software for scheduling and tracking patient movements.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment during patient transport.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Tools

TeleTracking transportation software

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Patient Transporter, you will provide essential assistance and transportation for patients and related items across our campus, ensuring a highly customer-sensitive and seamless experience.

Every day you will promptly and safely transport inpatients and outpatients to and from various hospital areas. You will meticulously confirm patient identification, greet and assist in transferring patients, and make conscious observations of patient condition during transport, reporting any issues to appropriate personnel. You will also maintain a clean and organized work area and report any malfunctioning equipment.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong commitment to patient safety and exceptional customer service for all individuals within our facility. You will be attentive, observant, and capable of performing duties efficiently while upholding the highest standards of care and professionalism.

• Safely and efficiently transport in-patients internally to and from various hospital departments as needed, including: Patient testing areas (e.g., radiology, cardiology, etc.), Other designated locations within the hospital
• Utilize TeleTracking transportation software to schedule and track patient movements, ensuring timely and accurate patient transfers
• Operate standard hospital equipment, including beds, stretchers, and wheelchairs, with proficiency and care.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients during transport
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff to ensure smooth and efficient patient transfers
• Transport medical equipment, supplies, and other materials to and from designated locations within the hospital as needed.

Required

Job Requirements

• High School Graduate High School Graduate or Equivalent
• Basic Life Support - CPR

Preferred

• Former experience in a healthcare setting

Where You'll Work

CHI Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit, is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 team members and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.

Pay Range

$15.00 - $20.33 /hour