Patient Transporter | Full-Time | 7:00PM-7:30AM

UF Health Central Florida; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health Central Florida in Leesburg, FL is seeking a Transporter responsible for moving patients safely and timely throughout the facility. You will provide basic physical care, comfort measures, and help maintain a clean, organized environment while coordinating patient flow between nursing, medical, and ancillary staff.

The transporter role emphasizes proper body mechanics, adherence to safety protocols, and effective communication in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC is required.
• English reading, writing, speaking and comprehension is required.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely and promptly throughout the facility.
• Provide basic physical care and comfort measures as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized environment and assist with patient flow between staff.

Skills

Body mechanics

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

Under the direction of the Director of Patient Care Administration, Supervisor, RN, and LPN, the transporter is responsible for providing safe, timely transportation of patients throughout the facility. Providing safety, basic physical care, and comfort measures for patients; as well as maintaining a clean, organized environment. Helps coordinate the flow of patients between nursing, medical and ancillary staff.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma/GED

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required

• Proper body mechanics.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English