Patient Transporter

McLaren Health Care; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Patient Transporter, responsible for safely transporting patients throughout the medical center. You will assist patients using mobility equipment and ensure a supportive environment in compliance with healthcare regulations. This part-time position involves entry-level duties, offering a chance to gain experience in the healthcare sector.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required.
• Three months of relevant experience needed.
• Preferred: Prior related medical experience.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients to medical tests, procedures, and surgeries.
• Uses patient handling equipment in compliance with hospital policies.
• Maintains communication with supervisors and team members.

Skills

Patient handling

Communication

Compassion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join to apply for the Patient Transporter role at McLaren Health Care.

Position Summary: Transports patients to and from various areas of the medical center, ensuring each patient reaches his/her destination quickly and safely. Under supervision, performs patient handling tasks including lifting, transferring, and repositioning patients. Utilizes patient handling equipment that assists in lifting, transferring, and repositioning of patients in accordance with guidelines to minimize injury risks.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Coordinates with other medical personnel to take patients from their current location to designated locations for medical tests, procedures, surgery, admission, or discharge.
2. Assists patients in and out of bed, or using wheelchairs, stretchers, and medical transport vans to reach their destination.
3. Uses appropriate patient handling equipment, transfer devices, and protective gear in compliance with hospital policies and vendor specifications.
4. Demonstrates knowledge of and utilizes proper body mechanics.
5. Works cooperatively with team members and adheres to department and hospital policies. Maintains communication with immediate supervisor.
6. Properly cleans mobility equipment after each use, such as walkers and lifting equipment, per hospital policy.
7. Observes and reports patient reactions during delivery to appropriate personnel.
8. Provides compassionate support, attention, and assistance to patients and families.
9. Ensures compliance with healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.
10. Maintains a safe and clean working environment, adhering to infection control and hazardous waste policies.
11. Performs other related duties as required and directed.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three months of relevant experience.
• BLS certification.

Preferred:

• Prior related medical experience.

Additional Information:

• Schedule: Part-time
• Requisition ID: 25003649
• Daily Work Times: 1:00pm-9:30pm
• Hours Per Pay Period: 48
• On Call: No
• Weekends: Yes

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care