Patient Transporter-University Hospital

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical center in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a Patient Transporter to assist in transporting patients and maintaining equipment. The position requires a high school diploma and previous experience in healthcare preferred. Duties include ensuring safety and cleanliness of transport carts and assisting with patient handling. Join a team committed to providing quality care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous health care or service oriented field experience in an acute health care setting is preferred.
• Ability to perform basic math operations.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients using various modes to different areas of the Medical Center.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of patient transport carts and equipment.
• Assist with patient handling as required.

Skills

Reading, writing and math skills

Customer service skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Under general supervision, transports patients of The Ohio State University Medical Center as assigned; Maintains patient transport carts, related mobile equipment and work areas. Transports patients as assigned by cart, bed, wheelchair, and/or motor vehicle to various areas of the Medical Center. Observes patients and reports any unusual or adverse change immediately to appropriate staff. Converses with patients to convey a friendly and positive atmosphere. Assists with patient handling as required.

Maintains patient transport carts and wheelchairs for cleanliness and safe operating conditions; prepares carts and wheelchairs for transport on lift system; reports defective transportation equipment. Maintains clean environment in exam rooms, assist with cleaning floors and equipment. Assists in the removal of items, used and unused, and soiled linens and trash; Inventories and restocks supplies and linens. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Required: Per Classified Civil Svc Specs or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications: Per Classified Civil Service Requirements; Reading, writing and math (add, subtract, multiply, and divide) skills commensurate with job duties required; High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; Previous health care or service oriented field experience in an acute health care setting is preferred.

Working Conditions: Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.