Transporter - Per Diem

Southwest Healthcare; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401k plan with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Job summary

Temecula Valley Hospital in Temecula, CA, seeks a Transporter-Radiology to safely move patients by wheelchair or stretcher and assist in the imaging suite. You will support radiology staff, maintain patient safety, and ensure smooth patient flow through the department.

This role requires BLS certification; CPI within 90 days if also working as a sitter. Prior hospital experience and strong communication are highly valued for teamwork and patient care.

Qualifications

• Current BLS (AHA) certification required.
• CPI certification within 90 days if also working as a sitter.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• 1 year experience with patient care preferred.
• Basic medical terminology preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good body mechanics and basic computer skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with a wide variety of team members.
• Aptitude for using general office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients safely by wheelchair or stretcher with proper safety devices.
• Observes patient status and informs nurse or physician of concerns.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and professional demeanor
• Supports imaging department staff during exams and patient transport.
• Participates in safety and performance improvement activities.

Skills

BLS certification

CPI certification

Teamwork

Communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

BLS (AHA)

CPI certification

Job description

Responsibilities

About Temecula Valley Hospital

Temecula Valley Hospital (TVH), part of Southwest Healthcare, brings advanced technology, innovative programs, patient-centered and family sensitive care to area residents. The hospital features 140 private patient rooms; emergency care; advanced cardiac and stroke care; orthopedics; general and surgical specialties. TVH is nationally recognized for Patient Safety designated by The Leapfrog Group as a Top Hospital in both 2017 and 2020 and has received 10 “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades, most recently in Spring 2023. The hospital was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals 2023-2024 for Heart Attack, Heart Failure and Stroke, Pneumonia and COPD, as well as the Healthgrades 2022 Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award. TVH is a DNV Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center and has received eight Women’s Choice Award Achievements as One of America’s Best Hospitals for Stroke Care and One of America’s Best Hospitals for Patient Safety. Other accolades include: the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke GOLD PLUS with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll, Mission Lifeline® - STEMI Receiving Center – GOLD PLUS, Mission Lifeline® - NSTEMI – GOLD, Blue Distinction® Center Designation for Quality in Knee and Hip Replacement Surgeries, The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approvalfor Certification for Hip and Knee Replacement, first hospital in the state of California to achieve certification as a Gluten-Free Food Service facility, 3 Star Medicare Hospital Compare Rating, the American College of Cardiology Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI and Resuscitation Accreditation, the honor of the Inland Empire’s Top Workplaces 2017 and 2018, has been designated an Aetna Institute of Quality Cardiac Care Facility for comprehensive heart and vascular treatment-including Cardiac Medical Intervention, Cardiac Rhythm Programs and Cardiac Surgery. For more information, please visit www.SWHtemeculavalley.com.

Transporter-Radiology

• Transports patients safely and effectively by wheelchair or stretcher using side rails, safety straps and locks as appropriate. Exercises caution with regards to IV lines, pumps, monitors, oxygen tanks, and other medical devices. Trains on and utilizes lifting or transporting aides (i.e. Arjo lift).
• Recognizes equipment or patient problems and brings it to the attention of the nurse, technologist, or physician as appropriate.
• Observes/monitors patient for comfort, safety, mental and physical status while transporting and while in other department areas. Alerts the nurse, technologist, or physician, of patient problems or concerns.
• Provides for patient confidentiality, discretion, and diplomacy. Interacts effectively with patients of all age groups and maintains clinical competency in job responsibilities as evidenced by annual completion of competency for Transporters. Adheres to hospital policies and procedures, standards, and protocols to ensure effective hospital operations and quality patient care.
• Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel and visitors by requiring and supporting establishment, maintenance, and education of an effective safety management program. Adheres to radiation safety practices for patients, personnel and self, including principles of time, distance and shielding where possible. Practices proper safety practices when transporting for MRI including utilization of MR safe transportation.
• Performs functions as directed to assist and support the hospital staff as they focus on the exam of the patients.
• Greets and escorts patient to imaging department rooms with appropriate dress and valuables secured in a safe place.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities for Temecula Valley Hospital. Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to meet age specific needs of the patients groups identified under the Age Specific Standards.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements/Licenses:

• Current BLS (AHA) certification required
• CPI Certification within the first 90 days if also working as a sitter
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous hospital experience preferred
• 1 year experience with patient care preferred
• Basic medical terminology preferred
• Ability to demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
• Basic knowledge of good body mechanics
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work cooperatively with a wide variety of team members
• Displays an aptitude for general office equipment

This opportunity offers the following:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Competitive compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k plan with company match

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

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