Transporter

Commonspirit-Health; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Patient Transporter to provide essential patient movement and related support across our Prescott campus. You will transport inpatients and outpatients, verify patient identity, greet and assist with transfers, and observe patient condition during transit, reporting issues promptly.

You'll maintain privacy, ensure comfort, and coordinate with nursing staff to determine the level of assistance required. Join a team dedicated to safety and exceptional care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Good knowledge of body mechanics.
• Successful completion of on the job training program or applicable experience and demonstrate competence.
• American Heart Association certification.
• Basic Life Support - CPR (BLS-CPR).

Responsibilities

• Transport patients by stretcher, wheelchair, bed, and related equipment and assist with devices.
• Identify patient, greet, inform destination, and ensure identification before transport.
• Maintain patient privacy and comfort; ensure proper attire and coverings.
• Notify Nursing before transport and after returning patient; sign in/out of the transport log.
• Collaborate with nursing to determine required level of assistance for transport.
• Follow the Patient ID policy and verify patient identity with nurse if needed.

Skills

Body mechanics

CPR

Education

High School Diploma/GED

American Heart Association - BLS

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.

• Responsible for transporting patients according to the designated method (stretcher, wheel chair, bed, etc.) and also any other support equipment such as oxygen, monitor, infusion pumps, etc. Transporter should greet the patient, identify themselves and inform the patient where they are being taken and for what purpose. Transporter should wash and/or gel hands prior to handling patient and/or anything in the patient\'s room.


• Transport slips will be assigned daily from the Central Transport Dispatcher, with add-on\'s collected through out the shift. They will then have the appropriate information when confirming patient ID.


• Patient privacy and comfort must be maintained at all times. Patient\'s attire must cover them completely or a sheet and/or blanket must be utilized. Patients will be treated with courtesy, respect, and consideration at all times.


• Notifies Nursing prior to transport and upon returning patient to nursing floor. Transporter must sign patient in and out of the Patient Transport Log Book located at each nurses\' station.


• Prior to transporting patients, the Transporter must collaborate with nursing personnel to determine the level of nursing assistance that will be required; i.e., assure that the patient is ready for transport; nursing personnel will discontinue and reinstate patient therapies such as suction, drainage, etc.


• Patient Transporters must follow the Patient ID Policy and Procedure, two (2) patient identifiers, name and DOB matching with transport request and have patient state this information to you verbally - if altered mental status, you need to confirm ID with nurse.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED


• Good knowledge of body mechanics


• Successful completion of on the jobtraining program or applicable experience and demonstrate competence.


• American Heart Association


• Basic Life Support - CPR (BLS-CPR)

Where You'll Work

Are you ready to join a healthcare family where your values align with ours? At Dignity Health – Yavapai Regional Medical Center (DH-YRMC), now a proud part of CommonSpirit Health, a not-for-profit integrated healthcare provider, our core mission guides every decision and every interaction.

Here, you\'ll discover more than just a job; you\'ll find rewarding career opportunities across a comprehensive network of inpatient and outpatient services. From a vibrant community hospital, YRMC has grown into a leading regional healthcare system.

Today, that means you could be making an impact at:

• Two state-of-the-art acute care hospitals


• A robust network of primary and specialty care clinics


• Modern outpatient health and wellness services


• Acclaimed cardiac diagnostic centers


• Advanced outpatient medical imaging facilities

Elevate your career without sacrificing your quality of life. As you grow with YRMC, you\'ll find the Prescott area isn\'t just a place to work – it\'s an inspiring community designed for living, thriving, and embracing the outdoors. Imagine a charming blend of bygone appeal and modern amenities, coupled with four distinct seasons and nearly year-round sunshine perfect for every adventure.

Say hello to a relaxed lifestyle that empowers you to prioritize both your professional growth and family time. YRMC extends this inviting spirit within our walls, fostering a strong sense of family, and belonging among our team members.

Come experience the exceptional quality of life that YRMC and Prescott offer. Work at the heart of #hellohumankindness and discover where your career and well-being truly connect.