Patient Transporter, Elmhurst Hospital, Evening

Edward Elmhurst Health; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay (shift)

On-call pay

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Health Savings Account options

Retirement options with company match

Job summary

Edward Elmhurst Health's Elmhurst Hospital is seeking a Patient Transporter for the evening shift, 12:00 pm to 8:30 pm, including every other weekend and rotating holiday schedule. This full-time role requires a high school diploma, BLS, and prior transport or customer service experience.

The job involves moving patients and equipment while preserving safety and confidentiality. Expect competitive hourly pay with premium incentives and benefits such as tuition reimbursement and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma is required.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Minimum six months of customer service or patient transporter experience.
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs and to push/pull heavy loads.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients via wheelchair, stretcher, or bed under supervision.
• Deliver patient equipment to nursing floors and assist with IV pumps as needed.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

High-school diploma

Job description

## Patient Transporter, Elmhurst Hospital, EveningApply: EMH Main Hospital Elmhurst: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R47647**Hourly Pay Range:**$17.86 - $25.00 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.**Position Highlights:** * Position: Patient Transport* Location: Elmhurst Hospital* Full Time* Hours: 12p to 8:30pm including every other weekend & rotating holiday scheduleWhat you will need:Education (Required):* High-school diplomaCertification:o American Heart Association BLS for healthcare providerExperience & Skills:* Excellent communication skills* Ability to maintain confidentiality* Minimum six months customer service or patient transporter experience* Work conditions include working in an area that is somewhat unpleasant due to drafts, noise, temperature variation or the like, and working with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises or muscle strains.* Functional demands are very heavy, needing very high energy level. Work requires the ability to lift over 50 lbs. Carry 80 lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200 lbs. (i.e. Patients on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.What you will do:Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, transports patients via wheelchair, stretcher, bed or alternative means. This includes disconnecting and re-connecting patient’s IV pumps from the IV pole and oxygen. Delivers patient equipment to nursing floors as needed.Benefits (full-time or part-time positions):* Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job* Incentive pay for select positions* Opportunity for annual increases based on performance* Career pathways to promote professional growth and development* Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options* Tuition Reimbursement* Free Parking* Wellness Program Savings Plan* Health Savings Account Options* Retirement Options with Company Match* Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay* Community Involvement OpportunitiesEndeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.