PATIENT TRANSPORTER (ON CALL)

Compass Group; City of Kingston (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Patient Transporters to join their team. This role is vital for ensuring the safe and timely transport of patients and medical equipment within healthcare facilities. You will be responsible for maintaining patient comfort and communicating effectively with medical staff. The position offers flexible hours and the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care. Join a culture of opportunity and become part of a team that values your contributions and supports your growth in the healthcare field.

Benefits

Willing to train

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Pet Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; willing to train.
• Ability to communicate effectively with healthcare staff.

Responsibilities

• Safely transports patients and medical equipment to designated areas.
• Maintains patient comfort and alerts staff to any distress.

Skills

Patient Transporting

Effective Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Wheelchairs

Job description

Crothall Healthcare

We are hiring immediately for on call PATIENT TRANSPORTER positions.

Location: Health Alliance - 105 Marys Avenue, Kingston, NY 12401. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: On call schedule; per diem. Days and hours may vary. More details upon interview.

Requirement: No previous experience required.

Perks: Willing to train!

Pay Rate: $15.50 per hour

Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself. Join a culture of opportunity with Crothall Healthcare. Our careers are filled with purpose and empower you to transform healthcare experiences.

Job Summary

Patient Transporter

Responsible for the safe, timely and accurate transport of patients, medical equipment and patient-related items to their destinations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Properly and safely transports patients, secures IVs, drainage tubes, etc., and secures patient.
2. Uses wheelchairs and other approved rolling stock to carry out the essential duties of the position.
3. Demonstrates competency in transporting all specific age groups.
4. Communicates effectively with nursing personnel, clinicians, technicians or reception and dispatch.
5. Ensures the comfort of the patient by being attentive. Offers blankets, checks modesty and only engages in appropriate conversation involving patients. Never transports patients in severe pain.
6. Alerts nursing staff immediately to any signs of patient distress or equipment malfunction.
7. Maintains equipment and reports equipment needing repairs.
8. Complies with regulatory agency standards, including federal, state and JCAHO.
9. Adheres to facility confidentiality and patient’s rights policy as outlined in the facilities HIPPA policies and procedures.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS FOR OUR TEAM MEMBERS

Full-time and part-time positions are offered the following benefits: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identify Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and other voluntary benefits including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program.

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Crothall is a member of Compass Group. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Crothall maintains a drug-free workplace.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.