Transporter | Transportation | Full-Time

University of Florida Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Transporter to ensure safe and timely transportation for patients within the hospital. This role involves assisting patients using wheelchairs and stretchers, maintaining cleanliness of equipment, and coordinating with nursing staff for efficient workflow. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a commitment to patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during transport. If you are passionate about providing compassionate service and have the required qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/Equivalent is required.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides efficient transportation for patients using wheelchairs and stretchers.
• Reports to the primary nurse for all transfers and ensures proper patient identity.

Skills

Patient Transportation

Proper Lifting Techniques

Knowledge of Oxygen Tank Use

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Tools

Wheelchairs

Stretchers

IV Pumps

Job description

Overview

The Transporter provides safe, timely, and courteous transportation for patients to and from designated areas of the hospital.

Responsibilities

Provides efficient transportation for patients both to and from requesting service areas. Uses wheelchairs, stretchers, beds in an appropriate fashion. Assists patient in and out of wheelchair and stretchers using proper wheel locking procedures. Cleans wheelchairs and stretchers and reports needed repairs to supervisor.

Reports to the primary nurse for all transfers in/out of unit and replaces chart or other paper work in appropriate manner. Informs nursing staff that patient has been returned to room before leaving unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of oxygen tank use/storage and IV pumps/poles. Uses proper lifting techniques as demonstrated in annual body mechanics in-service.

Respectfully transports expired patients to morgue

Coordinates the selection and use of supplies, minor equipment, X-Rays, reports, and files between departmental units as needed. Coordinates schedules of equipment and personnel and maintains an efficient workflow.

Provides care based on knowledge of physical, psychosocial, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned area (pediatric, adult, geriatric). Establishes eye contact with patients, smiles, initiates appropriate conversation. Always confirms patient identity by armband check.

Qualifications

High School Diploma/Equivalent is required.

Additional Information:
BLS, provided by American Heart Association (AHA), required within 30 days of hire.
Completion of NAPPI training (Non-Abusive Psychological & Physical Intervention) within 90 days of employment; annual recertification will be required therafter.