UNIV - Patient Transport Operator - Transportation Services

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

Under the supervision of the Clinical Transport Coordinator, the successful applicant would be responsible for safely transporting patients around the medical district and tri-county area for follow-on care.

Requirements

• One year experience in the operation or maintenance of heavy equipment, motorized vehicles or machinery that is directly related to the area of employment.
• Some positions require a valid driver's license and/or commerical driver's license.
• Ability to perform job functions in an upright position.
• Ability to perform job functions in a seated position.
• Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile.
• Ability to climb stairs.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Ability to work indoors.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes.
• Ability to work from elevated areas.
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces.
• Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions.
• Ability to bend at the waist.
• Ability to twist at the waist.
• Ability to squat and perform job functions.
• Ability to perform 'pinching' operations.
• Possess good grip strength. Ability to fully use both hands/arms.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders.
• Ability to fully use both legs.
• Ability to reach in all directions.
• Possess good finger dexterity.
• Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions.
• Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function.
• Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted.
• Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted.
• Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted.
• Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted.
• Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes.
• Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand.
• Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance.
• Ability to match or discriminate between colors.
• Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception.
• Good peripheral vision capabilities.
• Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction.
• Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet.
• Must be ambidextrous.
• Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.
• Ability to work in dusty areas.
• Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually.
• Ability to use hand/power tools.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Transports clinical staff, patients, students, and/or employees to various locations within the assigned area of operations. Boards and discharges passengers with concern and consideration in a safe and efficient manner. Monitor vehicle performance on the road and immediately isolate and remedy issues that are within the normal scope of a vehicle operator’s responsibility.
• Responsible for fueling and cleaning of vehicle; mopping, sweeping, vacuuming and washing. Performs operator’s pre/post vehicle inspections and adds fluids as needed. Performed in all weather conditions consistent with safety.
• Responsible for transporting patients that require special assistance. Must transport patients in wheel chairs using the Q-Straint system. Responsible for following all procedures regarding the safe and timely transport of patients.
• Substitutes for other drivers, quick rides, out of town travels (day trip). Communicates with UTS and Life Guard dispatchers to ensure daily assignments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees