Patient Transporter Internal / External

St. Luke's Health System•Twin Falls, ID

About The Position

The Patient Transporter works under general supervision and is responsible for safely and promptly transporting patients, supplies, and equipment throughout the facilities. The role includes direct patient contact and supporting patient needs and clinical efforts to enhance the patient experience. The position is based in Twin Falls and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The posting notes that it is an overview and may not reflect all job duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license.
No experience required.
Must meet St. Luke's driving policy, including restrictions on certain driving-related offenses within the past three years.
Must maintain a valid, current driver's license; driving records are checked upon hire and continuously thereafter.

Responsibilities

Transport patients to and from inpatient units, surgery, therapy, radiology, and other areas.
Assist patients into and out of bed, transport equipment, use assistive devices, and provide other support to meet patient needs.
Retrieve medical records, laboratory specimens, supplies, and medications as required.
Maintain and clean transport equipment.
Use required personal protective equipment to protect against exposure to blood, body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, and hazardous substances.
Follow health and safety requirements to meet regulatory and company standards.
Transport ambulatory patients and equipment in vehicles.
Act as a valet for incoming patients and visitors as needed.
Resolve routine questions, issues, and problems, referring more complex matters to higher levels.
Assist with dispatch coverage as needed.
May participate in interviews, training, onboarding, and performance improvement initiatives.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.