Patient Transportation Tech

TriHealth•Cincinnati, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

At TriHealth, Patient Transportation Techs make a meaningful impact every day. We’re committed to creating an exceptional place to work and receive care—one built on strong values, teamwork, and respect. Here, you’ll be supported by a compassionate community, grow your clinical skills, and contribute to high‑quality patient care in a trusted health system. Join us and be part of a team that leads with purpose, supports your development, and stays true to the values that define who we are at our core.

Requirements

High School Degree
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
Strong Verbal Communication and Writing Skills
Ability to Pass a CPR Course
Ability to Effectively use a Two Way Radio
Up to 1 year experience in a related field
Know and practice all basic hospital safety policies
Show evidence of efficient time management and sound basic knowledge of patient needs for comfort and safety during transport.
Trained in CPR
Responsible for the handling/transporting of medication.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the transportation of patients to and from various areas, including but not limited to nursing units, procedure areas, testing areas, therapy, and laboratory areas.
Provides assistance to patients arriving and departing from the hospital, specimens, supplies, medication, and other related items to appropriate hospital and clinical locations.
Assists in the physical movement of patients to and from bed and/or equipment.
Carries out transport and equipment assignments under general supervision.
Exhibits professional image and behavior toward patients, visitors, physicians, and employees, creating a positive impression consistent with professional etiquette.
Accepts the next assignment on floor or in a timely manner after completing an assignment. Does not go idle wasting time in-between runs.
Is always approachable while being addressed by the dispatcher/lead with other duties as assigned and clocks in/out and breaks in a timely manner.
Facilitates patient and supply movement within the time standard set by this department.
Transports patients and supplies to and from various destinations observing department policies and procedures.
Exhibits Service Excellence set by TriHealth and laid out in the Service Standards Agreements.
Acts as a good steward in terms of care and condition of equipment and supplies.
Cleans and maintains equipment per departmental policy, following infection control guidelines.
Works to maintain the integrity and functioning of equipment and supplies.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of clean and sterile procedures in the use of medical equipment.
Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello".
Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist.
Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas.
Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met.
Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators).
Work on improving quality, safety, and service.
Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community.