Patient Transporter - Days
Endeavor Health•Arlington Heights, IL
•$18 - $26•Onsite
About The Position
The Patient Transporter is responsible for the safe and efficient physical transport of patients within the hospital. This includes admission and discharge transports, transport to diagnostic testing departments, and return trips. The role may also require transporting equipment and supplies needed to support the department or hospital. The position is located in Arlington Heights, Illinois, and is full-time, with rotating weekend and holiday schedules. It reports to the Director of Patient Transport.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- CPR BLS certification from the American Heart Association (healthcare provider) within three months of hire.
- AED training within three months of hire.
- Interpersonal skills to interact positively with patients, families, nursing staff, and physicians.
- Verbal and written English skills to communicate information clearly and effectively.
- Organizational skills to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner.
- Ability to respond positively to changes and willingness to learn efficient ways to accomplish tasks.
- Ability to use and apply correct body mechanics when positioning and transporting patients.
Responsibilities
- Safely and efficiently transport patients within the hospital, including for admissions and discharges.
- Transport patients to diagnostic testing departments and return them to their units.
- As needed, transport equipment and supplies to support the department or hospital.
- Use correct body mechanics when positioning and transporting patients.
- Prioritize and complete transport tasks in a timely manner.
Benefits
- Premium pay, such as shift, on-call, and holiday pay, for eligible positions.
- Incentive pay for select positions.
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
- Career pathways to promote professional growth and development.
- 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
