Patient Transporter | PRN (As needed)

UF Health; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Leesburg, FL seeks a patient transporter to move patients safely and promptly throughout the facility. The role involves basic physical care, comfort measures, and maintaining orderly patient care spaces.

The transporter collaborates with nursing, medical and ancillary staff to ensure smooth patient flow and timely deliveries, while upholding safety and cleanliness standards in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• English reading, writing, speaking and comprehension is essential.
• BLS certification is preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely and promptly throughout the facility.
• Provide basic physical care and comfort measures as directed.
• Maintain a clean, organized environment in patient care areas.
• Coordinate patient flow between nursing, medical and ancillary staff.

Skills

Body mechanics

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Under the direction of the Director of Patient Care Administration, Supervisor, RN, and LPN, the transporter is responsible for providing safe, timely transportation of patients throughout the facility. Providing safety, basic physical care, and comfort measures for patients; as well as maintaining a clean, organized environment. Helps coordinate the flow of patients between nursing, medical and ancillary staff.

Qualifications

• Education: - High School Diploma/GED
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required: - Proper body mechanics - Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English