Patient Transporter

Encompass Health

Memphis (TN)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A healthcare provider in Memphis, TN, is seeking a full-time Patient Transporter responsible for safely transporting patients and assisting with related duties. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED equivalent, good communication skills, and the ability to lift at least 30 pounds. This entry-level position offers a salary range of $30,000 to $40,000 annually.

Qualifications

Knowledge equivalent to a high school diploma or GED.
Ability to lift, lower, push, pull, and retrieve objects weighing a minimum of 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

Safely transport patients to and from therapy.
Assist with duties as assigned.
Adhere to Standards of Business Conduct.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to lift 30 pounds

Detail-oriented decision-making

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Base pay range

$15.00/hr - $20.00/hr

The Patient Transporter is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of patients to and from therapy and other related duties as may be assigned.

Job Code: 100098

Qualifications

License or Certification:- None requiredEducation, Training and Years of Experience:- Knowledge and ability equivalent to a high school diploma or GED or work experience in a related job.Machines, Equipment Used:- General office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, computer.Physical Requirements: - Good visual acuity and ability to communicate.- Ability to lift, lower, push, pull, and retrieve objects weighing a minimum of 30 pounds. Reasonable assistance may be requested when lifting, pushing, and/or pulling are undertaken which exceeds these minimum requirements.- Ability to walk continuously through assigned shift.Compliance:- Adheres to the company's Standards of Business Conduct.- Maintains current licensure and/or certifications, if applicable.Skills and Abilities:- Ability to speak, read, write, and communicate effectively.- Ability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner.- Ability to work independently without supervision.Environmental Conditions:- Indoor, temperature controlled, smoke-free environment. Occasional outdoor exposure.- Exposure or potential exposure to blood and body fluids may be required.- Handicapped accessible.- May work under stressful circumstances at times.Proficiency or Productivity Standards:- Meets established attendance standards.- Adheres to hospital/department dress code including wearing ID badge.- May be required to work weekdays and/or weekends, evenings and or night shifts if needed to meet deadlines. - May be required to work on religious and/or legal holidays on scheduled days/shifts.- Will be required to work as necessary during disaster situations, i.e., before, during or after a disaster.- May be required to stay after workday to assist after a disaster situation until relief arrives.- May be required to perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

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