Transporter (Part time, Weekends Evening Shift)

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Transporter to join their team. This part-time role focuses on providing exceptional care by greeting, guiding, and transporting patients throughout the hospital. You'll work closely with a supportive team, ensuring patient comfort and safety while adhering to high standards of care. This position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare while enjoying flexible weekend hours. Join a mission-driven organization that values your contributions and offers a comprehensive benefits program to support your well-being.

Benefits

Prepaid Tuition Assistance

Health Benefits

Employee Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Required certifications include Basic Cardiac Life Support and CPR.
• Ability to prioritize work responsibilities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Transport scheduled patients and deliver equipment within the hospital.
• Provide basic comfort and safety needs of patients.
• Document patient care accurately and respond to emergency situations.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Basic Cardiac Life Support

CPR Certification

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED

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Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Job Title: Transporter

Entity: Lancaster General Hospital

Location: 555 N Duke St, Lancaster, PA 17602

Hours: .5 FTE (20 Hours per week) 12:00PM-10:00PM, weekends only: Saturday and Sunday

Position Summary:

• To greet, guide and transport in-patients within the hospital setting for all departments. Transport equipment and supplies within the hospital setting. Patient care includes care to patients in the following age groups: pediatric (0 days through 12 years), adolescent (13 through 18 years), adult (19 through 64 years), and geriatric (65 years and above).

Responsibilities:

• Perform patient transfer on and off appropriate transport equipment.
• Transport scheduled patients to all areas of the hospital. Retrieve and deliver equipment, patient transporting aids, and supplies.
• Complete cleaning tasks utilizing OSHA standards. Perform maintenance and/or inventory of equipment according to department standards.
• Monitor the condition of wheelchairs and litters and initiate repair through appropriate communication channels.
• Monitor and maintain transport system including computerized transport schedules.
• Demonstrate computer skills necessary to perform department specific responsibilities.
• Depending on location, reschedule patients and handle phone calls.
• Document accurately and timely, according to department standards.
• Report promptly unusual situations, reactions, effects or conditions related to patient care to the responsible person(s).
• Provide basic comfort, support and safety needs of patients.
• Act as a patient advocate by resolving patient/family concerns through appropriate actions.
• Respond properly to emergency situations.
• Identify learning needs and seek available resources and opportunities.
• Complete assignments within designated shift.
• Respond promptly to requests for assistance.
• Respect patient rights and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Demonstrate concern and respect for others' thoughts and feelings and handle conflicts positively.
• Accept accountability, as an individual and as a team member for all services provided.

Credentials:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• Completion of the educational requirements (additional formal education training; maximum supervision for initial competency; high risk factors; yearly competency evaluation and training).
• Ability to continually prioritize work responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently and deliver accurate and efficient results.
• Demonstrate positive interpersonal and communication (verbal and written skills) when dealing with patients, family members and staff.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices