Transportation Aide

University of Virginia; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Virginia Community Health is seeking a Transportation Aide to assist with safe transport of patients and items across hospital departments. The role includes basic patient care duties, greeting visitors, and supporting staff across evenings Monday through Friday (3:30 PM to midnight).

This non-exempt position requires adaptability to shift work, overtime, and weekend coverage. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and may have EMT or prior patient-care experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in a patient care setting or EMT preferred.
• Must communicate verbally and in writing with health care workers and patients.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in safe transport of patients and equipment within hospital departments.
• Provide basic patient care duties as needed.
• Greet and assist visitors; respond to inquiries and maintain orderly workflow.
• Transport equipment and supplies; assist with training and orientation of staff.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patient care

Stress management

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Transportation Aide

Job Code: TR5417Full Time EveningsMon-Fri-3:30p-midnight

ABOUT US

We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, part of the world-class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients

i n the local setting of UVA Health's community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining our team's talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home.

As a member of the UVA Community Health team, individuals contribute to patient care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people's lives every day.

JOB TYPE

Classification: Non Exempt

Supervises Positions:

JOB SUMMARY

Assist Medical Imaging and other hospital departments with safe transport of patients and other items as needed. Provides basic patient care duties as needed. Works assigned scheduled shift ndash; including overtime, holidays, weekends, and evenings.Some of the major job functions include, but are not limited to:Greets and provides assistance to misguided or lost visitors.Answers cell phone or carries pager.Adheres to hospital and departmental policies.Assists in training and orientation of other employees.Perform other duties as requested.Transports equipment, supplies or other patient related items as needed.Routinely clean equipment and identifies equipment in need of repair.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High School Diploma or GED.

Experience:

Previous experience in a patient care setting or EMT preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure:

N/A

Additional Skills/Requirements Required:

Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with health care workers and patients. Ability to work in a stressful environment. Must be able to work as a ldquo;team playerrdquo; with medical staff, nursing staff, MI staff, patients, and visitors.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred:

N/A

Competencies:

• Patient Care: Ensures patient safety and comfort while in the radiology department.
  • Explains the procedure and post-procedure orders to the patient to gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
  • Prioritizes workflow in regard to patient condition and ensures patients' arrival and departure occur in a timely manner.
  • Provides an atmosphere conducive to gain the patient's cooperation and confidence.
  • Utilizes data received from patient satisfaction and practice performance results to identify opportunities to improve and participates in the planning and improvement process.
• Compliance: Follows and supports OSHA regulations and uses universal precautions when required.
  • Cleans examination surfaces between patients.
  • Provides clean linen including sheets, gowns, pillowcases, and towels.
  • Immediately cleans spills following universal precautions.
  • Properly stores accessory equipment when not in use.
• Teamwork: Works within a team to achieve patient and team goals.
  • Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers.
  • Facilitates and participates in regular staff meetings.
• Technical Competency: Follows routine standards and properly and safely manipulates equipment, within its limitations, to obtain images.
  • Maintains sterile equipment and fields.
  • Adjusts cameras to obtain the proper density and contrast.
  • Performs any necessary warm-up and quality control procedures on the equipment.
  • Uses protocols to obtain images of internal structures.
  • Critiques images for quality and makes necessary judgments to determine if repeat is necessary.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code:

Medium to Heavy Physical Demand: The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Community Health.

OTHER

• May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
• On call responsibilities as directed: Yes
• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes
• The base compensation range for this role is $17.28 - $23.42 hourly.
• Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
• Please note that the pay range does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives that may be available for those in eligible positions.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.