Patient Transporter - Per Diem

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading health care network as a Patient Transporter in Bethlehem, PA. You will play a vital role in maintaining patient flow and safety by transporting patients and handling equipment with compassion and care. Ideal candidates will possess customer service experience and a commitment to high-quality care.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in customer service required.
• Must obtain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification within 180 Days.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification is required within 180 Days.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients safely and timely as directed.
• Assists in retrieving and storing patient transport equipment.
• Coordinates patient transport activities throughout the facility.

Skills

Customer Service

Compassion

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate’s Degree

Technical School Diploma

Tools

Computer

Job description

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Patient Transporter - Per Diem

Apply locations Bethlehem, PA time type Part time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR123489

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary
Maintains responsibility for the transportation of patients, specimens, and equipment throughout the facility. Moves patients to and from clinical units and various diagnostic/treatment areas via a wheelchair, stretcher, or bed which may include patients with oxygen tanks, intravenous pumps, drips, and other equipment. Coordinates patient transport activities in the facility as well as at the entrances. Responds to various alerts to prevent and assist with emergent situations. Assists patients and patient care staff.

Job Duties

• Transports patients in a safe and timely manner as directed by medical professional staff and established policies and procedures.
• Assists in retrieving, cleaning, and storage of all patient transport equipment.
• Completes all training requirements and attends in-service education and scheduled departmental staff meetings for transportation planning and initiatives.
• Maintains traffic control near the healthcare facility by ensuring fire lanes and no parking zones are clear of traffic.
• Supports patient throughput and hospital capacity initiatives by using transport software to facilitate timely patient transports.
• Coordinates activities in the discharged patient holding area.
• Handles portable oxygen cylinders safely.
• Obtains transport equipment for transport.
• Receives and documents patient transportation assignments.
• Provides safety checks with oxygen during transport and follows isolation protocol to keep patients and staff safe from cross infection.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1 year of experience in customer service
• Ability to demonstrate the importance of and ability to provide a high level of customer service.
• Ability to display a compassionate, positive, and upbeat disposition in interactions with customers/patients.
• Knowledge of specialty equipment tools: typewriter, computer, copier, fax, calculator.
• Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification - State of Pennsylvania within 180 Days
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 180 Days
• DL - Driver's License_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical School Diploma and
• Associate’s Degree

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift:

Evening Shift

Address:

2545 Schoenersville Rd

Primary Location:

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

Variable shifts and days

Department:

1004-06146 Patient Transport - Muhl

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