Transporter

CommonSpirit Health; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Gilbert Medical Center in Gilbert, AZ is seeking a Patient Transporter to move inpatients and outpatients safely across our campus with exceptional customer service. You will verify patient IDs, greet patients, and assist with transfers while observing patient condition and reporting concerns to staff.

You’ll use proper lifting techniques, operate equipment like wheelchairs and IV poles, and help with patient hygiene and comfort. A HS diploma and BLS certification are required.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent is required.
• American Heart Association BLS Card is required.

Responsibilities

• Responds quickly to calls for patient transportation.
• Verifies patient location and transfers patients and medications accurately.
• Uses proper lifting techniques and handles equipment safely (wheelchairs, IV poles, oxygen carts).
• Assists in patient care tasks (changing bed linen, patient hygiene, nourishment).
• Notifies maintenance for equipment repairs and cleans wheelchairs and stretchers.
• Keeps patients informed about wait times and next steps.

Skills

Customer service

Patient care

Safety-minded

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

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 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 will 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.

• Responds quickly to calls for patient transportation. Checks with nursing personnel before transporting a patient to identify any special requirements.
• Makes positive identification of the location when transporting patients and/or medications and delivers correctly and promptly to that location.
• Understands and uses proper lifting techniques when assisting patients. Routinely uses safe and effective techniques to handle equipment such as wheelchairs, IV poles, oxygen carts, etc. Seeks help when necessary to handle multiple equipment tasks.
• Assists nursing departments and/or Diagnostic Imaging Department in providing direct patient care in situations such as changing bed linen and/or patient gowns, cleaning up patients and maintaining patient hygiene, providing nourishment to patients when requested.
• Assists in the maintenance of equipment (wheelchairs and stretchers) by notifying maintenance when equipment is in need of repair. On a routine or scheduled basis, cleans all wheelchairs and stretchers that are being used to transport patients.
• Assists staff in keeping patients informed regarding their wait-times for procedures and/or getting back to their rooms.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate HS Diploma or equivalent combination ofeducation and/or experience.
• American Heart Association BLS Card

Where You’ll Work

Hello humankindness

Imagine a workplace where your passion for healing meets a commitment to community. At Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, a 198-bed non-profit facility, you'll be an integral part of providing exceptional, compassionate healthcare to the vibrant and growing communities in and around Gilbert, Arizona.

Exciting News! Coming Soon: A State-of-the-Art Women's and Children's Pavilion will further enhance our specialized care for mothers and children.

You belong here if you are:

• Committed to social justice. We believe everyone deserves equitable access to healthcare, regardless of background or circumstance. You'll contribute to a culture that champions fairness, dignity, and respect for all.
• Dedicated to health equity. We actively work to address disparities in healthcare and improve outcomes for underserved populations. Your skills will help us create a healthier community, one patient at a time.
• Prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways. The healthcare landscape is constantly evolving, and we embrace forward-thinking approaches to patient care. We value creativity, adaptability, and a willingness to explore new solutions to complex challenges.
• Seek a collaborative and supportive environment. At Mercy Gilbert, you'll work alongside a diverse team of dedicated professionals who share your commitment to excellence. We foster a culture of teamwork, mutual respect, and continuous learning.
• Envision a career with purpose. Every day, you'll have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and families and the community. Your work here isn't just a job; it's a calling.

Your skills are valued, your compassion celebrated, and your commitment to a healthier future empowered. Join us and make a lasting impact.