Patient Transporter-TRANSPORT & DISP SVCS FT Day/Evening/Weekend/Night shift

Carrollton Regional Medical Center; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Carrollton is seeking a Patient Transporter responsible for transporting patients and equipment within the hospital. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, possess strong communication skills, and hold a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. This role may involve flexible hours, ensuring patient safety and comfort during transport.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport patients to and from hospital areas.
• Anticipate and respond to patient and staff needs.
• Operate and move medical equipment and tools as required.
• Inform personnel about any delays in transport.
• Follow all hospital policies and safety guidelines.
• Provide basic emergency assistance during transport.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to follow safety protocols

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Location

: CARROLLTON

Employee Type

: FT

Shift

Educational Qualification

: HS Diploma

Experience

: N/A

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Patient Transporter is responsible for transporting patients, medical records, specimens, and other items within the hospital to ensure the smooth flow of care. The role requires adherence to safety protocols, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle patients and equipment safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Transport: Safely transport patients to and from hospital service areas, patient rooms, and medical departments.

Customer Service: Anticipate and respond to patient and staff needs in a courteous and timely manner.

Equipment Handling: Operate and move medical equipment, beds, stretchers, and other necessary tools as required.

Safety & Technique: Safely move patients using proper techniques, considering their medical status and condition.

Communication: Inform the requesting personnel about any delays, cancellations, or changes in transportation mode.

Compliance: Follow all hospital policies and safety guidelines, including blood and body fluid precautions, hazardous waste handling, and exposure control protocols.

Emergency Support: Provide basic emergency assistance if a patient becomes ill during transport until additional medical support arrives.

Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned by management to ensure smooth patient transport operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

Physical Requirements: Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull items over 50 lbs.

Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).

Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Flexibility: Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Safety: Knowledge of safety procedures and ability to follow protocols to ensure patient and staff safety.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.