Patient Transporter - Per Diem

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Patient Transport professional to move patients, specimens, and equipment across the facility with care and efficiency. You will transport patients via wheelchair, stretcher, or bed, coordinating with clinical staff and participating in safety protocols to maintain patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities include handling transport software, documenting assignments, and supporting throughput while maintaining high customer service standards for

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience in customer service.
• Ability to provide high level of customer service.
• Demonstrate compassionate, positive, upbeat disposition in interactions.
• Knowledge of basic equipment tools (typewriter, computer, copier, fax, calculator).
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• AHA certification within 180 days.
• Driver's License_PA and State of Pennsylvania residency.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely and promptly as directed by staff and policies.
• Attend in-service education and scheduled department meetings.
• Support patient throughput and hospital capacity using transport software.
• Coordinate activities in the discharged patient holding area.
• Handle portable oxygen cylinders safely and perform safety checks to prevent cross infection.
• Receive and document transportation assignments.
• Perform equipment functions such as retrieving, stocking, transporting, cleaning, and sanitizing equipment.
• Move excess oxygen tanks to storage and ensure proper holders.

Skills

Customer service

Compassionate disposition

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Technical School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Tools

Typewriter

Computer

Copier

Fax

Calculator

Job description

Company Overview

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. Performs equipment distribution functions and inventory management for clinical equipment in clinical areas. Delivers a high level of customer service and ensures the satisfaction of patients and staff and participation in providing and maintaining accurate information and inventory levels.

Job Duties

Transports patients in a safe and timely manner as directed by medical professional staff and established policies and procedures.

Completes all training requirements and attends in-service education and scheduled departmental staff meetings for transportation planning and initiatives.

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 and provides safety checks with oxygen and follows protocols to keep patients and staff safe from cross infections.

Receives and documents patient transportation assignments.

Performs equipment functions such as retrieving, counting, stocking, transporting, cleaning, and sanitizing equipment.

Takes excess oxygen tanks to appropriate storage areas and ensures oxygen tanks are in appropriate holders.

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.
• BLS - Basic Life Support
• AHA - American Heart Association within 180 Days
• DL - Driver's License_PA
• State of Pennsylvania

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical School Diploma and Associate's Degree

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to work on weekends, sick, and vacation times.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 Schedule and Location

Work Shift: Evening Shift

Address: 2545 Schoenersville Rd

Primary Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg

Position Type: Onsite

Union: Not Applicable

Work Schedule: Per Diem - Variable shifts and days

Department: 1004-06146 Patient Transport - Muhl

Company Culture

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region's largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community.

LVHN is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work®. LVHN's culture of trust - and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune - align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN's core values - Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence - you will have a rewarding and successful career here.