Lead Transportation Dispatcher

Baptist • Southaven, MS

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About The Position

The Lead Transportation Dispatcher trains new staff in transportation policies and procedures under the direct supervision of the Manager. The role creates staff schedules, handles paid time off requests, and assists the Manager with productivity, attendance, and escorts. The Lead Transportation Dispatcher also performs transporter duties as needed to meet department volumes.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience acquired through hospital experience.
• Knowledge, skills, and mental development equivalent to completion of 4 years of high school, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Driver’s license.
• 5–7 years of training as acquired through hospital experience.

Nice To Haves

• 7 years of experience acquired through hospital experience.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities and communicate with the transportation manager regarding personnel in-service and training.
• Provide input on transportation employees’ performance evaluations related to training and orientation, and ensure all staff are properly trained.
• Perform transporter duties as needed to meet department volumes.
• Establish staff work schedules, accounting for hospital volumes and staff time-off requests.
• Complete assigned goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED