Transporter

rumcsi; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond University Medical Center in New York is seeking an Evening Shift Patient Transporter to safely move patients to and from clinical units using wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds. The role supports patient care across departments and responds to department alerts with efficiency and professionalism.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 2–5 years of patient care experience, and the ability to record transport details in software, follow directions, and assist with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–5 years experience in patient care preferred.
• Interact positively with patients and hospital staff.
• Record information accurately in transport software and write legibly.
• Hear, comprehend and follow directions.
• Walk extensively and be able to lift/move patients.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently move patients to and from clinical units via wheelchair, stretcher, or bed.
• Respond to alerts to prevent ED diversion, OR holds, and PACU holds.
• Assist with disasters as directed.

Skills

Patient interaction

Recordkeeping

Mobility of patients

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.

Evening Shift - 7.5 Hours (United States of America) Job Description

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: $25.135/hr - $26.462/hr

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!