Patient Transporter Part-time, Benefits, 1st Shift - Adult ED / Voorhees - Virtua Health : Job Details

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.

If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.

In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location:

Voorhees - 100 Bowman Drive

Employment Type:

Employee

Employment Classification:

Regular

Time Type:

Part time

Work Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours:

24

Additional Locations:

Job Information:

Patient Transporter for the Adult Emergency Department / Clinical Decision Unit - Voorhees.

Part-time hours are from 7:00am to 7:00pm.

Summary:

This position is responsible for assisting and supporting all departments by transporting patients to and from units/departments; uses wheelchairs, stretchers, or bed.

Position Responsibilities:

* Transport patients to and from departments/units. Includes appropriate patient identification, patient comfort and safety (assisting in lifting, moving and positioning in bed/wheelchair, etc), and providing patient information.

* Care for and clean wheelchairs/stretchers and initiate appropriate action when repair is required (check supply of oxygen, replenish and change regulators as necessary).

* Coordinates with other transporters based on patient schedules to ensure smooth flow of transport operations; communicates patient information to nurses and testing (diagnostic) departments as necessary.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:

Must demonstrate a positive demeanor and have strong verbal communication skills.

Must be able to handle potentially stressful situations and multi-task.

Customer service experience preferred.

Required Education:

High School diploma or equivalent.

Training/Certifications/Licensure:

CPR Preferred