Transport Aide

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Milton, Inc.; Milton (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Health Transport Aide in Milton, MA to document patient trips, transport patients between clinical areas, and assist with transfers and safety during patient movement. The role emphasizes teamwork, English literacy, and following instructions to support patient care.

The organization stresses vaccination and comprehensive benefits. The pay range is posted as $17.00–$22.88 per hour, reflecting base wage, with potential for shift differentials and overtime

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Demonstrate cooperation and ability to work as a team.

Responsibilities

• Document patient trips via Hospital Throughput computer program.
• Transport patients to and from clinical areas.
• Assist patients in and out of beds, wheelchairs or stretchers.
• Transport equipment under the Transport Department.
• Communicate with R.N. or unit representative before patient departs or arrives back.
• Ensure patient and equipment safety, including braking and lowering beds/stretcher.
• Maintain cleanliness of patient equipment after each trip.

Skills

Teamwork

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Responsible for documenting patient trip via Hospital Throughput computer program.
2. Responsible for general transport of patients to and from clinical areas.
3. Responsible for general transport/moving of patients as they go to and from patient care areas. This includes but is not limited to:
   • Assisting patients in and out of a bed/wheelchair.
   • Assisting patients on and off of a stretcher.
   • Assisting staff that need lifting help or help with sliding a patient from stretcher to a bed or care table.
4. Responsible for the transportation of equipment under responsibility of Transport Department
5. Responsible for utilizing mobile device to access Hospital Throughput Computer Program
6. Responsible for obtaining a "Ticket to Ride" from the nurse, upon arrival to the patient's floor.
7. Responsible for communicating with patient’s R.N. or unit representative before the patient departs from their room or as they arrive back to their room.
8. Responsible for safely parking the bed/stretcher/wheelchair by utilize the braking system and lowering the patient's bed/stretcher before leaving the patient.
9. Responsible for communicating with the patient regarding their arrival in a department.
10. Responsible for communicating with the receiving department that the patient has arrived.
11. Responsible for maintaining cleanliness of patient equipment at the conclusion of each patient trip.
12. Responsible for communicating equipment issues to Manager as well as creating a BioMed service request for service of broken equipment. May be required to perform similar or related duties as may be necessary on an emergency basis or as designated by the department manager. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Preferred Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum Experience: Not applicable
• Other Skills Required: Ability to read and write English. Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions. Demonstrate cooperation and ability to work as a team.

Pay Range: $17.00 - $22.88 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.