Transporter

WellSpan Health; Chambersburg (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

WellSpan Health's Chambersburg Transport Services is seeking a PRN Transport Aide to move patients to and from treatment areas and to assist with equipment and supplies. This role requires reliable, compassionate service and adherence to safety protocols.

Responsibilities include patient transport, observing conditions, assisting with transfers, and supporting the department by covering various shifts (Day/Evening/Nights) as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in customer service and healthcare preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from treatment areas safely.
• Maintain patient dignity during transport.
• Assist with patient lifts and transfers as needed.
• Ensure proper signing on/off procedures within the unit.
• Respond to inquiries in a professional manner.
• Assist with orientation of new transport staff.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Healthcare awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Orthopedic appliances knowledge

Traction equipment knowledge

Job description

Department: Chambersburg Transport Services

Schedule

PRN, Day/Evening/Nights (As Needed)

Position Function: To provide transportation of patients to and from treatment areas, and to maintain general transportation/mobility of supplies and equipment.

Unit Based Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• 1. Does not tolerate those who create, foster, or condone an intimidating, hostile, offensive or abrasive work environment.
• 2. Shows respect for patients by knocking on door before entering room, and making proper inquiries before going behind drawn curtains in patient rooms.
• 3. Utilizes appropriate, mechanical means or equipment to position, lift, transfer, or transport patients in a manner that minimizes the risk of personal and patient injury and that fosters proper body mechanics and procedures.
• 4. Assists in other related functions as assigned.
• 5. Safely transports patients to and from treatment areas, ensures that each patient is properly attired to ensure personal dignity and respect during transport.
• 6. Ensures that all procedures with regards to signing patients on and off the nursing unit or within the department are in compliance.
• 7. Responds to inquiries, phone calls,etc., in a professional and positive manner that enhances the image of the department and its staff.
• 8. Refers all patient inquiries regarding their care or their status to the appropriate professional in a manner that conveys positive recognition and enhancement of the departments chain of command.
• 9. Assists with patient lifts and transfers when indicated.
• 10. Observes patient’s condition during transport and reports changes in patient’s condition to clinical personnel.
• 11. Assists in orientation of new personnel serving as a “buddy” to new transporters.
• 12. Responds appropriately to emergency situations.
• 13. Performs external cardiac compressions to patients during ERT activities if required.
• 14. Follows hospital patient safety standards.
• 15. Has knowledge of dispatcher function and is able to temporarily fill that job function.
• 16. Transports medications within the hospital as requested and needed according to Hospital policy.

Qualifications and Standards

Education: High school graduate or equivalent.

Experience: Experience applying customer service behaviors and communication skills required. Experience in health care preferred. Knowledge of orthopedic appliances, traction equipment, and their various uses helpful.

Certifications/Licensure: Current CPR certification required.