Transporter

lvhn; East Stroudsburg (Monroe County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network in the Pocono region seeks a Patient Transport Associate to move patients to radiology and assist with transfers as ordered by physicians. This role supports clinical staff and provides directions to guests, with emphasis on safety and efficient patient movement.

Work evenings onsite at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono, 206 E Brown St, with weekend/holiday rotation. Requires a High School Diploma/GED and BLS; no heavy experience required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Less than 1 year of experience.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients to and from hospital departments for radiology testing.
• Assists in transport of patients eligible for discharge.
• Uses the hospital telephone system for transport orders and tracking.
• Assists nurses and technologists with moving patients in bed, stretcher, or wheelchair.
• Provides directions to guests and locates patients for families.
• Restocks and cleans transport equipment and linen.
• Replaces oxygen tanks as required.

Skills

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Sound judgment

Interpersonal skills

BLS certified

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Summary

Transports patients and assists with direct patient care and procedures that have been ordered by a physician. Performs guest assistance duties such as escorting patients and assisting clinical staff with transferring patients from bed to transport equipment.

Job Duties

• Transports patients to and from hospital departments for radiology testing.
• Assists in transport of patients eligible for discharge.
• Uses the hospital telephone system as it relates to transport tracking in order to accept transport orders.
• Assists nurses and technologists in moving patients to and from bed, stretcher, and/or wheelchair.
• Provides directional information to guests and visitors and patient location to patient's family members and guests.
• Helps patients change their clothes, as requested.
• Retrieves, cleans, and stores all unused patient transport equipment.
• Supplies the department with clean linen and takes soiled linen to the laundry.
• Replaces oxygen tanks, as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Less than 1 year
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and take initiative.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED 6 months previous demonstrated experience as transporter/orderly/CNA and patient care experience
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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Work Shift Details

• Work Shift: Evening Shift
• Address: 206 E Brown St
• Primary Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital- Pocono
• Position Type: Onsite
• Union: LVH-P SEIU
• Work Schedule: Variable with weekend and holiday rotation
• Department: 1029-00163 Patient Transport Services