Transporter

Methodist Hospital Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health - Methodist Hospital in Sacramento, CA seeks a Transporter to move patients, specimens, and equipment throughout the facility. You will prioritize patient safety, verify identities, and support imaging, discharge tasks, and basic clerical duties in a high-demand hospital environment.

This role requires CPR/BLS certification and at least 6 months of related experience, with a focus on timely, accurate transport and strong teamwork in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• 6 months related experience that will support necessary skills and ability of job description.
• Basic Life Support - CPR certification authorized by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient safety while transporting patients to and from various departments within the hospital by appropriate means: wheelchair, gurney, bed, or ambulation.
• Checks the patient identification band to ensure patient identity 100% of the time.
• Assists department personnel to transfer patients to and from imaging equipment in a safe and timely manner; assists with film processing, room preparation, cleaning and stocking.
• Reports equipment issues to Supervisor or seeks resources for repairs within one hour; assists with basic clerical activities and organization.
• Informs department staff immediately of any patient status changes and delays and notifies care team members when a patient leaves or returns.
• Records each patient transport on the nursing log sheet or sign out sheet; observes patient precautions with minimal omissions.

Skills

Patient transport

Logistics coordination

Safety adherence

Team communication

Education

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Transporter, you will be a crucial link in our healthcare delivery system, ensuring the seamless movement of patients, materials, and essential supplies throughout the hospital. This role directly impacts patient experience and operational efficiency across various departments.

Every day you will facilitate diverse transportation needs, from moving patients to and from surgical units and imaging departments, to transporting specimens, medications, and equipment. You'll ensure patient safety through proper handling, manage logistics for discharges, and maintain cleanliness of transport equipment, all while adhering to strict hospital protocols.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong commitment to patient safety, meticulous attention to detail in verifying patient identity, and exceptional logistical coordination. Your ability to consistently meet departmental response targets and effectively interact with care teams will be vital in supporting the high-quality care provided at our facility.

• Maintains patient safety while transporting patients to and from various departments within the hospital by appropriate means: wheelchair, gurney, bed, or by ambulation. The time of transport shall comply with department guidelines 95-98% of the time as measured by transport logs and record review.
• Checks the patient identification band to ensure patient identity 100% of the time.
• Assists department personnel to transfer patients to and from imaging equipment in a safe and timely manner. Assists technologists with film processing, preparing rooms for procedures, cleaning/organizing work areas and stocking department supplies. Measured by observation and no more than 1-3 formal complaints in this area per year.
• Reports equipment issues to Supervisor or seeks appropriate resources for repairs within one hour 96-98% of the time. Assists with basic clerical activities, answering telephones, and work organization with no more than 1-3 formal complaints per year.
• Informs department staff immediately of any patient status changes and delays and notifies the care team members whenever a patient leaves or returns to the nursing unit. Measured by observation and no more than 1-3 formal complaints per year.
• Records each patient transport accurately on the nursing log sheet or sign out sheet each time a patient is transported; observes all patient precautions identified at the bedside; measured by no more than 1-3 omissions per year.

Job Requirements

Required

• 6 months Related experience that will support necessary skills and ability of job description
• Basic Life Support - CPR - authorized by the American Heart Association

Preferred

• Healthcare field experience

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1973, Dignity Health - Methodist Hospital is a 158-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Sacramento, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II NICU, heart care, cancer care, women's health, and neurology. Additionally, Methodist Hospital of Sacramento has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center.

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