Patient Transporter, Elmhurst Hospital, Evening
Nevada System of Higher Education•Elmhurst, IL
•$18 - $25•Onsite
About The Position
Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, transports patients via wheelchair, stretcher, bed or alternative means. This includes disconnecting and re-connecting patient’s IV pumps from the IV pole and oxygen. Delivers patient equipment to nursing floors as needed.
Requirements
- High-school diploma
- American Heart Association BLS for healthcare provider
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Minimum six months customer service or patient transporter experience
- Work conditions include working in an area that is somewhat unpleasant due to drafts, noise, temperature variation or the like, and working with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises or muscle strains.
- Functional demands are very heavy, needing very high energy level.
- Work requires the ability to lift over 50 lbs.
- Carry 80 lbs. a distance of 30 feet.
- Push/pull > 200 lbs. (i.e. Patients on bed, stretcher)
- Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.
Responsibilities
- Transports patients via wheelchair, stretcher, bed or alternative means.
- Disconnects and re-connects patient’s IV pumps from the IV pole and oxygen.
- Delivers patient equipment to nursing floors as needed.
Benefits
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Career pathways to promote professional growth and development
- Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- Wellness Program Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
