Transporter

10 Driscoll Children's Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Driscoll Children’s Hospital in South Texas seeks a patient transportation assistant to move patients on beds, stretchers and wheelchairs, deliver specimens and equipment, and maintain clean, safe transport resources across departments. The role requires a high school diploma and a current BLS certification; one year of experience is preferred. You’ll work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment emphasizing safety and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required prior to employment.
• 1 year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Move patients using cribs, wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds across hospital departments.
• Assist in transporting patients for admissions, discharges, and procedures.
• Maintain tracking of patient handling equipment and ensure availability.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Stretcher operation

Job description

Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family. Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:

Assists clinical personnel in moving patients to and from beds, stretchers, and tables while utilizing safe transfer techniques. Delivers specimens, equipment, schedules, etc. to all parts of the hospital. Maintains transportation equipment in clean and safe condition. May be required to run errands outside the facility on occasion. Provide routine manual services to assure clean, orderly and sanitary conditions in the hospital. To follow all directives and regulatory guidelines in the responsible areas. To be willing to be cross trained in different areas. To be flexible in your duties to accommodate the needs of the unit. To present yourself in a professional and friendly manner to patients, visitors, and fellow staff members. To follow all guidelines explained in the policies, procedures, and employee handbook. This job is very fast-paced and physically demanding. It also requires knowledge of ergonomics and equipment for moving patients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Keeps cribs, wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds moving throughout the hospital departments and assists in transporting patients throughout the facility for admissions, discharges and procedures. Assists in moving high-risk patients (patient handling risk assessment tool) from stretcher to bed and vice- versa, using mechanical devices whenever feasible. Is responsible for the tracking and location of patient handling equipment, identification of new equipment needs.

Customer Service Excellence:

Customers are defined as patients, families, visitors, co-workers, our community and business partners. Fosters positive working relationships, across departments, and campuses to represent Driscoll Children’s Hospital as a unified, supportive system. Models Driscoll Children’s Hospital mission, vision, and values. Engages full spectrum of communication excellence: models’ integrity, personal accountability, engagement, communication bridges, active listening, open dialogue, empathy, understanding, and interest. Acknowledges and respects individual cultures, values, beliefs, and preferences. Practices self-care and renewal. Willingly takes the initiative to improve customer service.

Leadership/Professional Accountability:

Provides fair and courteous treatment of patients, families, visitors, and staff. Commits to and embraces diversity. Maintains confidentiality. Accepts feedback and learns from experiences. Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to change. Exhibits professional character, attitude, and appearance for self and maintains a high standard of personal credibility. Actions are congruent with these values. Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement activities as assigned. Practices within the Medical Center/System and departmental policies and procedures. Participates in all departmental and medical center mandatory inservices.

OTHER IMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS

Transports specimens throughout and outside the facility as needed. Transport items/equipment throughout the facility as needed

EDUCATION

High School diploma or equivalent. High School or Equivalent Required

LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, AND/OR CERTIFICATION

Current BLS certification recognized by AHA required prior to employment.

EXPERIENCE:

1 year of experience preferred Until all children are well. Driscoll Children’s Hospital and its specialty centers, urgent care centers, and after-hours facility serve a vast area covering 31 South Texas counties. The hospital is a 191-bed tertiary care center offering 32 medical and 13 surgical specialties. Combined with our non-profit, community-based Health Plan, Driscoll Health System is an exceptional workplace for anyone with a big heart and a drive for success. Smiles, hugs and a soothing touch are as much a part of Driscoll’s approach to treating children as is its advanced medical treatments and technologies. The core values at Driscoll Heath System are: Compassion, Advocacy, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. These values are exemplified through every position - from treating the most critical patients hands-on, to maintaining a clean environment, to keeping the organization running from behind the scenes. We invite you to learn about Driscoll’s rich history and explore the laidback lifestyle South Texas has to offer.