Patient Transporter

Georgia Orthopaedic Society.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Duke Health as a Patient Transport Assistant and play a vital role in ensuring patient mobility within the hospital. The position involves transporting patients, assisting clinical staff, and maintaining order in hospital facilities. Ideal for individuals with strong communication skills and a commitment to compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Requires good verbal communication skills.
• Physically able to handle patients (100-200 pounds).
• BCLS certification needed before or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients within the hospital using wheelchairs or stretchers.
• Assist clinical personnel in patient transfers.
• Maintain cleanliness in hospital areas.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Physical Stamina

Following Instructions

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-630p Monday-Friday
• 2nd shift: 4p-1230a Monday-Friday
• 3rd shift: 11p-7a Monday-Friday
• Weekend: 8a-630p 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, including patients with oxygen tanks, IV pumps, 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 within hospital locations; carry luggage; open doors; arrange 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 non-service.
• Collect specimens, orders, requisitions, and equipment; deliver items to appropriate destinations.
• Maintain order and cleanliness in hospital lobby and entrance areas.
• Assist nursing staff with removal of expired bodies and transport to morgue.
• Participate in training new employees.
• Ensure proper patient identification before transportation.
• Ensure equipment is clean and operational.
• Transport to the OR, assist in room turnover, and verify OR packet signing.
• Attend educational programs as directed.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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

Minimum Qualifications

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Candidates should have a high school education or equivalent, with no experience required. BCLS certification must be maintained or completed by the end of orientation; a valid North Carolina driver's license may also be required.

Additional Information

All jobs may include essential physical and mental requirements, with accommodations available upon request.