Patient Transporter / Lift Technician

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Transporter/Lift Technician reports to the Patient Transport Coordinator. Under general supervision, the Patient Transporter/Lift Technician assists with the transportation of patients, laboratory specimens, medications, and other ancillary items to promote quality patient care. This role performs complex patient lifts/transfers, and provides patient and family education regarding transfer techniques to be utilized in the post-hospital setting as appropriate. The Patient Transporter reports to the Patient Transport Supervisor. Under general supervision, the Patient Transporter assists with the hospital based transportation of patients within the MUSC campus. This role provides safe and timely transportation for patients throughout the organization.

Requirements

• High School Degree or Equivalent
• 0-6 months work experience
• State licensure and/or professional certification requirement/s dependent on position.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the transportation of patients, laboratory specimens, medications, and other ancillary items to promote quality patient care.
• Performs complex patient lifts/transfers.
• Provides patient and family education regarding transfer techniques to be utilized in the post-hospital setting as appropriate.
• Assists with the hospital based transportation of patients within the MUSC campus.
• Provides safe and timely transportation for patients throughout the organization.

What This Job Offers

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