Patient Transporter - Evening Shift

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville seeks entry-level patient support staff to welcome patients and families, handling hospitality, logistics and general comfort needs during visits and stays.

These roles emphasize safe, courteous patient transport, visitor assistance and non-clinical help to enhance the patient experience. No prior experience is required; a sign-on bonus of $3,000 is available with a 1-year service agreement.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Experience: No experience required.
• Licensure: Virginia Driver’s License (VADL) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and families with hospitality, logistics and support needs.
• Provide visitor assistance and help ensure safe, comfortable patient transport.
• Support non-clinical needs during stay to enhance the patient experience.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and staff.

Skills

communication skills

attention to detail

written communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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 focus on providing excellent service and creating a welcoming, supportive environment for patients and their families. These roles aim to enhance the patient experience through visitor assistance, safe and comfortable patient transport, and ensuring other general comfort and other non‑clinical needs are met during their stay.

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: Virginia Driver’s License (VADL) preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently driving, traveling (distance greater than 1 mile) and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull >200lbs. Job is outdoors so seasonal exposure to weather elements. May be exposed to fumes, noise, outdoor climate, chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The pay range for this role is $16.50 - $23.77 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

• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings

• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts

• Certification and education support

• Generous Paid Time Off

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.

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