Patient Transporter

Baylor Scott & White Health; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Duke Regional Hospital, ranked #4 in the Raleigh-Durham area, as a Patient Transporter. This role focuses on the transportation of patients and equipment, crucial for ensuring smooth operations within the hospital. Successful candidates will exhibit strong communication and physical skills, helping to enhance patient experience and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Good verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to transport patients and exert physical effort.
• BCLS certification must be maintained or completed by the end of orientation.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from clinical areas using wheelchairs or stretchers.
• Greet and assist patients and visitors at the hospital.
• Collect and deliver specimens and equipment as required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Physical exertion

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke Regional Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which ranks as the number four hospital in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke Regional Hospital is the second largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women's services, and heart and vascular services.

Location

Duke Regional Hospital, Durham, North Carolina

Work Hours

• Shift Varies
• 1st shift: 10a-6:30p Monday-Friday
• 2nd shift: 4p-12:30a Monday-Friday
• 3rd shift: 11p-7a Monday-Friday
• Weekend: 8a-6:30p Saturday-Tuesday

Occupational Summary

Perform activities related to the transportation of patients, specimens, and equipment. Greet and assist patients and visitors at hospital and clinics as directed.

Work Performed

• Transport patients to and from clinical, ancillary, and support areas via wheelchair, stretcher, or van service. Assist with patients with oxygen tanks, IV pumps, drips, and special equipment.
• Assist clinical personnel in transferring patients to and from beds, wheelchairs, or stretchers.
• Assist people in and out of vehicles, escort or transport them to and from hospital lobby, carry luggage, open doors, and obtain messenger services.
• Approach, greet, and offer assistance and directions to hospital visitors.
• Assist in loading and unloading patients onto ambulances and vans during periods of PRT non-service.
• Collect specimens, orders, requisitions, and equipment; deliver to appropriate destinations.
• Maintain order and cleanliness in hospital lobby and entrance.
• Assist nursing staff with removal of expired bodies from units and transport to morgue.
• Participate in training of new employees.
• Ensure proper patient identification before transportation.
• Ensure equipment is clean and functioning properly.
• Transport patients to the OR, assist in room turnover, and confirm OR packet is signed.
• Attend educational programs as directed.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Requires good verbal communication skills, ability to follow instructions, physical exertion including walking, lifting, pushing, or pulling 100-200 pounds, and operation of machines and equipment. Ability to transport patients to various hospital locations.

Minimum Qualifications

High school education or equivalent. No experience required. BCLS certification must be maintained or completed by the end of orientation. A valid North Carolina driver's license may be required.

Additional Information

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

All community members are encouraged to contribute to a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued. All members have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Physical job functions may require specific abilities; additional information and accommodations will be provided by each hiring department.