Patient Transporter - OSU East

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their patient transport team. This role involves ensuring the safe and efficient transport of patients within a dynamic healthcare environment. You will maintain transport equipment, assist with patient handling, and contribute to a positive atmosphere for patients. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in healthcare or service-oriented fields. If you're passionate about providing excellent care and support in a medical setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in health care or service-oriented field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients using carts, beds, wheelchairs, or motor vehicles.
• Maintain cleanliness of transport carts and wheelchairs.
• Assist with inventory and restocking of supplies.

Skills

Patient Transport

Communication Skills

Basic Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Description
Under general supervision, transports patients of The Ohio State University Medical Center as assigned; Maintains patient transport carts, related mobile equipment and work areas. Transports patients as assigned by cart, bed, wheelchair, and/or motor vehicle to various areas of the Medical Center. Observes patients and reports any unusual or adverse change immediately to appropriate staff. Converses with patients to convey a friendly and positive atmosphere. Assists with patient handling as required. Maintains patient transport carts and wheelchairs for cleanliness and safe operating conditions; prepares carts and wheelchairs for transport on lift system; reports defective transportation equipment. Maintains clean environment in exam rooms, assist with cleaning floors and equipment. Assists in the removal of items, used and unused, and soiled linens and trash; Inventories and restocks supplies and linens. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Required
Per Classified Civil Svc Specs or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications
Per Classified Civil Service Requirements; Reading, writing and math (add, subtract, multiply, and divide) skills commensurate with job duties required; High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; Previous health care or service oriented field experience in an acute health care setting is preferred.