Patient Transporter / Lift Technician (Overnight)

musc; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking a Patient Transporter/Lift Technician to support hospital-based transportation across the MUSC campus. The role emphasizes safe, timely transport of patients and related items, with ability to perform complex lifts and transfers.

Under supervision, you will also provide patient/family education on transfer techniques for post-hospital settings as appropriate.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0–6 months of related work experience.
• State licensure and/or professional certification may be required depending on position.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and materials within MUSC campus to ensure safe and timely care.
• Perform complex patient lifts/transfers and assist with transfer techniques.

Skills

Patient transport

Lifts/transfers

Patient education

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Patient Transporter/Lift Technician reports to the Patient Transport Coordinator. Under general supervision, the Patient Transporter/Lift Technician assists with the transportation of patients, laboratory specimens, medications, and other ancillary items to promote quality patient care., This role performs complex patient lifts/transfers, and provides patient and family education regarding transfer techniques to be utilized in the post-hospital setting as appropriate.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC004200 CHS OH - Patient Transport Services

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-18

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

The Patient Transporter reports to the Patient Transport Supervisor. Under general supervision, the Patient Transporter assists with the hospital based transportation of patients within the MUSC campus. This role provides safe and timely transportation for patients throughout the organization.

Additional Job Description

Education: High School Degree or Equivalent Work Experience: 0-6monthsState licensure and/or professional certification requirement/s dependent on position.

Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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