Patient Transporter

NYU Langone Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Health in New York, NY is seeking a Patient Transporter to perform safe, efficient transports by bed, stretcher, or wheelchair across the Medical Center.

The role emphasizes excellent customer service, clear communication, and adherence to safety protocols while transporting patients and documents. NYU Langone Health offers a patient-centered work environment with comprehensive benefits and equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak, read, understand, and follow simple directions in English.
• Some motor dexterity is required.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Transports patients using excellent customer service skills. Communicates to the patient re:destination, needs for blankets, bumps going on and off the elevator, elevator delays, etc.
• Wear assigned patient transport uniform in a neat and presentable fashion. ID card isabove the waist and clearly visible at all times.
• During low volume, checks the system periodically to see if calls are pending. Does notreject jobs, uses delay flags as required and completes the job at destination.
• Documents allpatient transportdata via thetransporter log sheet.This includeschecking off dbl ID,Ticket to Ride, andSSSI.
• During transport:appropriatelyperforms SSSI(equipment) anddouble identification.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Patient Transporter. In this role, the successful candidate provides safe, efficient and customer friendly transports for patients. Transports will be performed viabed, stretcher, or wheelchair to all areas within the Medical Center

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform other duties as assigned.


• Transports patients using excellent customer service skills. Communicates to the patient re:destination, needs for blankets, bumps going on and off the elevator, elevator delays, etc.


• Wear assigned patient transport uniform in a neat and presentable fashion. ID card isabove the waist and clearly visible at all times.


• During low volume, checks the system periodically to see if calls are pending. Does notreject jobs, uses delay flags as required and completes the job at destination.


• Documents allpatient transportdata via thetransporter log sheet.This includeschecking off dbl ID,Ticket to Ride, andSSSI.


• During transport:appropriatelyperforms SSSI(equipment) anddouble identification.

Minimum Qualifications:

To qualify you must have a Must be able to speak, read, understand, and follow simple directions in English. Some motor dexterity is required. Good interpersonal skills are necessary.Excellent customer service skills

Preferred Qualifications:

High School Diploma or the equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $25.91 - $25.91 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.