Transporter

CHI St Alexius Bismarck; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CHI St. Alexius Health in Bismarck seeks a Patient Transporter to move inpatients and outpatients across the campus, ensuring safe identification and smooth transfers. You will greet patients, observe condition, report issues, keep areas clean, and comply with safety goals and incident reporting, reflecting a strong commitment to patient care.

This on-site role supports hospital operations across CHI St. Alexius Health's network, requiring attentiveness, reliability, and a professional demeanor

Qualifications

• BLS-CPR certification upon hire.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patient Transportation: Safely transports inpatients and ER patients to Radiology using stretchers, wheelchairs, or by walking, per staff direction and patient abilities.
• National Patient Safety Goals Adherence: Follows patient identification, handwashing, and CMS/Joint Commission mandates.
• Equipment Management: Reports equipment malfunctions or repairs to supervision.
• Communication & Prioritization: Receives, prioritizes, and responds to calls effectively.
• Incident Reporting: Uses the CHI incident reporting system for injuries, concerns, and equipment failures.
• System-Wide Support: Provides coverage for other campuses/sites during staffing shortages as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Patient handling

Education

BLS-CPR certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Patient Transporter, you will provide essential assistance and transportation for patients and related items across our campus, ensuring a highly customer-sensitive and seamless experience. Every day you will promptly and safely transport inpatients and outpatients to and from various hospital areas. You will be expected to meticulously confirm patient identification, greet and assist in transferring patients, and make conscious observations of patient condition during transport, reporting any issues to appropriate personnel. You will also maintain a clean and organized work area and report any malfunctioning equipment. To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate a strong commitment to patient safety and exceptional customer service for all individuals within our facility. You will be attentive, observant, and capable of performing duties efficiently while upholding the highest standards of care and professionalism.

• Patient Transportation: Safely transports inpatients and emergency room patients to Radiology using stretchers, wheelchairs, or by walking, based on patient care staff direction and patient ambulation abilities
• National Patient Safety Goals Adherence: Actively participates in all National Patient Safety Goals, including proper patient identification, handwashing, and other Joint Commission/CMS mandates
• Equipment Management: Reports any equipment malfunctions or repair needs to appropriate supervisory staff
• Communication & Prioritization: Receives, prioritizes, and responds to incoming calls effectively
• Incident Reporting: Utilizes the CHI incident reporting system for patient injuries, concerns, and equipment/supply failures
• System-Wide Support: Understands and participates in providing coverage for other campuses/sites during staffing shortages as needed

Job Requirements

Required

• BLS-CPR certification upon hire

Preferred

• High school diploma or equivalent

Where You'll Work

Since 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.

CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services. CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.

CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.