Transporter

1103 Team Member Services; Waterman (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO from day one

403(b) retirement plan

Parental leave

Career development

Well-being resources

Mental health resources

Pet benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth seeks a dedicated transport team member in Florida to move equipment and assist in patient transfers throughout the facility. You will communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare staff, ensuring safe and timely movement of patients using stretchers, beds, and wheelchairs.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 1 year of public contact in a medical setting, and BLS CPR certification.

Qualifications

• People skills to understand and respond to patients and families professionally.
• Clear English communication with patients, families, and staff.
• Ability to operate hospital transport equipment and basic computer use.

Responsibilities

• Move unused equipment to storage to keep hallways clear.
• Assist in patient transfers using stretchers, beds, and wheelchairs.
• Transport patients, belongings, paperwork, labs, and equipment securely.
• Record transport details accurately in the Transportation system.

Skills

People skills

Communication skills

Technical skills

Education

High School Grad or Equivalent

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits.

Schedule:

Full time Shift: Night (United States of America)

Location:

1000 WATERMAN WAY City: TAVARES State: Florida Postal Code: 32778

Job Description:

Maintains clear hallways by moving unused equipment to designated storage areas. Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare staff. Ensures the proper handling and delivery of medical equipment and supplies. Participates in ongoing training and development to enhance skills and knowledge. Other duties as assigned. Assists in the safe transfers of patients from bed to stretcher or wheelchair. Facilitates the safe, efficient, and expedited movement of patients using stretchers, wheelchairs, beds, and cribs. Transports patient-related items such as belongings, paperwork, labs, and equipment efficiently. Accurately records transport details and reports necessary information using the Transportation system.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

People Skills: Ability to understand customers’ needs and respond to them in a pro-active, courteous, professional, and efficient manner.

Communication Skills: Able to communicate in English using good diction, and respond to peoples needs in a pleasant and courteous manner as perceived by the customer, and as appropriate to infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.

Technical Skills: Ability to operate stretchers, beds, and wheelchairs. Must be proficient in the English language and able to read, write, and follow oral instructions. Effective verbal and listening communication skills. Service/Quality focused to meet a wide range of needs. Ability to navigate to/from various locations throughout the facility. Problem solver that can think quickly in cases of emergencies or unusual situations. Ability to multi-task and work at a fast pace. Displays neat, professional appearance with a smile. Physical ability to withstand frequent to prolonged walking, standing, pushing, pulling, and transferring patients. Must be able to use a computer for patient information and basic department clerical functions. Excellent Customer Service skills. Ability to quickly learn and use software packages and equipment relevant to the department. Ability to quickly learn and follow departmental policies and procedures. Ability to work collaboratively with peers, coworkers, clinicians, and other departments in meeting patient care standards. Ability to communicate effectively with all staff, patients, and physicians to ensure quality service and avoid delays in patient care. Ability to proficiently perform all care activities safely and in accordance with standards of care. Ability to follow patient identification/verification process prior to transporting all patients.

Education:

High School Grad or Equiv [Preferred]

Work Experience:

1+ year public contact in a medical setting [required]

Work:

Required

Licenses and Certifications:

Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Driver's License (DL) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range:

$15.15 - $22.73

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.