Patient Transporter - Day Shift

UVA Health; Virginia; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package:Medical

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings

Long-term and Short-term Disability

Health Saving Plans

Certification and Education Support

Job summary

UVA Health is hiring for roles focusing on assisting patients and their families with hospitality, logistical, and support needs to ensure a smooth healthcare experience. These positions involve safe transport of patients to the right location, while maintaining high productivity, and include responsibilities such as distributing equipment and managing supplies for transports.

Entry-level candidates are welcome, with minimal prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Experience: No experience required.
• Licensure: None

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and families with hospitality and logistical needs.
• Safe transport of patients to locations while maintaining productivity.
• Distribute equipment and supplies and manage supplies for transports.
• Roles support operations under supervision with limited progression opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of $3,000.

(This bonus comes with a 1yr service agreement)

These roles focus on assisting patients and their families with hospitality, logistical, and support needs. These roles are essential for ensuring a smooth and efficient healthcare experience.

These positions provide safe transport of the right patient to the right location while maintaining a high level of productivity. Responsible for patient transports, distributing equipment and supplies, morgue duties and managing supplies for transports.

Individual contributors who provide support to an organization, often in direct service, operational, technical or administrative functions. Spends majority of time in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision. Opportunities for progression outside this career stream are typically limited without additional education or significant training and experience.

Entry-level position typically requiring little to no prior experience. Work is routine and follows standard procedures. Work is closely supervised. Problems faced are routine with clearly defined solutions. Communicates information that requires little explanation or interpretation.

Minimum Requirements

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.

Experience: No experience required.

Licensure: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires sitting for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull less than 20lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The pay range for this role is $16.50 - $23.30 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings
• Long-term and Short-term Disability
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and Education Support

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.