Patient Transporter (North)

Community Health Network; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network seeks a Transportation Aide and Patient Lift Team Member to support patient movement and safety in our Indianapolis facilities. You will work with a team to transport patients and perform patient handling tasks under RN supervision.

The role requires healthcare exposure, strong communication, and the ability to think quickly, multitask, and apply proper lifting techniques to protect patients and caregivers. High school diploma or GED and reliable teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Healthcare experience as a transporter or CNA or similar role.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Understanding of patient-focused care.
• Relation-ships skills and communication proficiency.
• Ability to think critically, multitask, work under pressure.
• Competence in body mechanics and proper lifting technique.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and assist with patient lifts as delegated by the Manager or Director.
• Collaborate with Registered Nurse to perform patient handling maneuvers.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Oral & written communication

Critical thinking

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join Community

Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, “community” is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors with the best care possible, backed by state-of-the-art technology. It means getting involved in the communities we serve through volunteer opportunities and benefits initiatives. It means ensuring our dedicated caregivers can learn and grow to stay at the top of their fields and to better serve our patients. And above all, it means exceptional care, simply delivered — and we couldn’t do it without you.

Join Community

Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, “community” is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors with the best care possible, backed by state-of-the-art technology. It means getting involved in the communities we serve through volunteer opportunities and benefits initiatives. It means ensuring our dedicated caregivers can learn and grow to stay at the top of their fields and to better serve our patients. And above all, it means exceptional care, simply delivered — and we couldn’t do it without you.

Make a Difference

• The Transportation Aide and Patient Lift Team Member works individually and/or in a team of no less than two.
• Performs and assists with transportation and/or patient lifts and other patient handling maneuvers, as delegated by the Manager or Director, in collaboration with a Registered Nurse

Exceptional Skills And Qualifications

• Healthcare experience as a Transporter, Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Support Tech, Emergency Medical Tech, etc.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Understanding of patient focused care.
• Relationship skills.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication.
• Ability to critically think, work semi-independently, multi-task, and work under pressure.
• Ability to demonstrate competence in body mechanics and proper lifting technique.

Additional Qualifications

• Must have the ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must have the ability to walk, climb/descend stairs, push, pull, bend, squat, and kneel without restrictions.
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 75 lbs.

Why Community?

At Community Health Network, we build teams that deliver exceptional care through empathy, communication and collaboration. We consider ALL an integral part of the exceptional patient experience. We PRIIDE ourselves on not having employees but Caregivers. Join our Community as we make a difference in your community.