Transporter

Richmond Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond University Medical Center in New York City is seeking a Patient Transporter to safely move patients to and from clinical units and diagnostic areas using wheelchairs, stretchers or beds.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 2–5 years of patient care experience. Ability to follow directions, record transport data, and lift/move patients is essential. Shift includes days with some weekends and holidays. Salary ranges are posted in the ad.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–5 years experience in patient care preferred.
• Must be able to interact positively with patients and hospital personnel.
• Must be able to accurately record information provided by transport software and write legibly.
• Must be able to hear, comprehend and follow directions.
• Must be able to walk extensively and be capable of lifting and moving patients.

Responsibilities

• Move patients to and from clinical units and various diagnostic/treatment areas using wheelchair, stretcher or bed.
• Respond to alerts to prevent ED Diversion, OR and PACU holds and assist with disasters as directed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Mobility/physical fitness

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Transport software

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Day Shift - 7.5 Hours (United States of America) Job Summary:

The Patient Transporter is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of patients to and from clinical units, and various diagnostic/treatment areas via a wheelchair, stretcher or bed which may include patients with oxygen tanks, intravenous pumps, drips and other equipment in accordance with established policies and procedures. The Patient Transporter responds to various alerts to prevent Emergency Department Diversion, Operating Room and Post Anesthesia Care Unit Holds, and assists with all disasters as directed.

Education:
High school diploma/ GED is required.

Experience:
2-5 years experience in patient care preferred
Must be able to interact positively with patients and hospital personnel.
Must be able to accurately record information provided by transport software and write legibly.
Must be able to hear, comprehend and follow directions.
Must be able to walk extensively and be capable of lifting and moving patients.

Salary range: $26.161-$27.520
Shift: Days w eo wknd & hols;

Employment Non-Discrimination: Richmond University Medical Center is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment and provides full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions and needs including lactation accommodations, physical or mental disability, age, immigration or citizenship status, veteran or active military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!