Patient Transporter/PCA FT/Days -Mercy Jefferson

Mercy; Festus (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, Missouri seeks a dedicated Patient Transporter to move patients and equipment safely between departments. You will follow proper body mechanics, track patient locations in Epic, and help maintain equipment PAR levels across locations.

The role emphasizes teamwork with the Patient Transportation and other departments to ensure smooth hospital operations. Full-time, day shifts in Radiology and other areas are possible.

Qualifications

• Education Preferred: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred Experience: Two years customer service experience.
• Certifications: BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) program
• Other: The physical demands described here are the representative of the minimums that must be met by an employee to perform all essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients and equipment to and from various departments within the Medical Center.
• Performs various patient related activities, as assigned.
• Maintains PAR levels for equipment in various locations throughout the Medical Center.
• Continuously shows the ability to work well with other co-workers (both within the Patient Transportation Department and other departments).
• Uses Epic software to track each patient's location as they travel to and from designated areas throughout the facility.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Epic software

Job description

Job Profile Summary

Transports patients and equipment to and from various departments within the Medical Center. Performs various patient related activities, as assigned. Patients are transported in a safe manner and proper body mechanics are utilized at all times. Maintains PAR levels for equipment in various locations throughout the Medical Center. Continuously shows the ability to work well with other co-workers (both within the Patient Transportation Department and other departments). Uses Epic software to track each patient's location as they travel to and from designated areas throughout the facility. Uses Epic software to to track equipment movement throughout the facility.

Position Details:

Location

Mercy Hospital Jefferson - Radiology Department

1400 US Highway 61

Festus,Missouri63028

Hours/Schedule

Full-Time

Days

Qualifications:

Additional Job Description

• Education Preferred: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred Experience: Two years customer service experience.
• Certifications: BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) program
• Other: The physical demands described here are the representative of the minimums that must be met by an employee to perform all essential functions of the job.

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.