Transporter

Lifepoint Health • Johnstown, PA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Conemaugh Health System is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. The Transport team plays an important role in supporting patient care and hospital operations by safely and efficiently transporting patients, specimens, and equipment throughout the facility. Transporters work closely with clinical and support teams to help ensure patients arrive safely and promptly at their designated locations while providing a positive and welcoming experience.

Requirements

• Applicants should possess strong communication skills and the ability to safely and efficiently transport patients and equipment throughout the facility.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• BCLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work effectively in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Ability to provide courteous and professional assistance to patients, visitors, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients via wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to designated locations as requested.
• Safely transports patients with oxygen tanks, intravenous pumps, drips, monitors, and other medical equipment.
• Assists patients with entering and exiting vehicles, including transfers to and from wheelchairs or stretchers.
• Delivers equipment and specimens to requesting staff or departments.
• Assists staff with the removal of deceased patients from units and transportation to the morgue.
• Greets patients and visitors and provides information and directions as needed.
• Works collaboratively with clinical and support staff to provide timely and efficient transportation services.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED