Patient Transporter

Davita Inc.; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Patient Transporter responsible for the safe transport of patients and specimens within the hospital. The role requires effective communication and adherence to safety protocols. Ideal candidates hold a High School diploma and BLS certification, with a commitment to patient care.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discounts on restaurants and services

Optional identity theft protection

Retirement options with service contribution

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of 3 months on-the-job training is necessary.
• BLS certification upon hire is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for transporting patients safely and timely.
• Transports medications, patient charts, specimens, and blood.
• Assists in transporting bodies to the morgue.

Skills

Safe lifting techniques

Patient care

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Job Summary

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of patients, specimens, and medication, throughout the Hospital as assigned. This position reports to the Supervisor, Patient Transportation.

Essential Functions

• Practicing safe lifting and techniques, transports patients by assisting patients in and out of cars, lifting patients on and off beds, moving patients to and from special services and treatment areas using wheelchairs, gurneys, or moveable beds.

• Transports medications, patient charts, specimens, and blood appropriately as directed.

• Transports bodies to the morgue and assists in placing them in the cooler. Assists in moving bodies to the autopsy table.

• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities provided.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Requires successful completion of three months of on-the-job-training.

• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire.

Preferred

• Experience in patient transportation in an acute hospital environment is desired.

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Farmington Hills Hospital- 28050 Grand River Ave - Farmington Hills

Department Name

Patient Transportation - Farmington Hills

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every other weekend

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