Patient Transporter- LBJ Hospital- Full-time

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System, Inc. is seeking a Patient Transporter to move patients, specimens, and medications across its facilities with attention to infection control and patient comfort. You will use wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds, providing courteous service in a fast-paced hospital environment.

The role requires a high school diploma (GED accepted), with 1 year of experience preferred. Bilingual Spanish abilities are a plus, and weekend/holiday/overtime schedules are common.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1 year of related work experience is preferred.
• No management experience required.
• Operates stretcher, wheelchair, hospital bed, radio equipment, oxygen tanks and related devices.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients, specimens and medications throughout Harris Health System facilities in a safe, efficient, and courteous manner.

Skills

Customer service

Bilingual Spanish

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Stretcher operation

Wheelchair operation

Hospital bed operation

Radio equipment

Oxygen tanks handling

Job description

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

JOB SUMMARY

Transports patients, specimens and medication throughout Harris Health System facilities via wheelchair, stretcher and/or bed in an efficient, timely and safe manner while maintaining proper infection control methods, and ensuring that the patient is given the utmost courtesy and respect by utilizing good customer service skills and adhering to the Service First standards of behavior.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 1. Education/Specialized Training/Licensure: High School Diploma or GED
• 2. Work Experience (Years and Area): 1 yr. preferred
• 3. Management Experience (Years and Area): None
• 4. Equipment Operated: Stretcher, Wheelchair , Hospital Bed, Radio equipment, Oxygen Tanks and Cadaver Stretcher and electronic devices

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• 1. Communication Skills:
• Bilingual Skills Preferred? Yes - Languages: Spanish
• Writing/Correspondence
• 2. Other Skills: CPR
• 3. Advanced Education:
• 4. Work Schedule: Weekends Holidays Flexible Overtime
• 5. Other Requirements: Healthcare customer service preferred

RESPONSIBLE TO: Designated Supervisor

EMPLOYEES SUPERVISED: None