A Patient Transporter or Orderly moves hospital patients from one place to another and cleans equipment and facilities. May assist with basic care of patients such as feeding and dressing. Works in hospitals or in long-term care facilities.
This is a full-time position; the shift is an 8-hour shift; alternating weekends are required.
What you will do:
Demonstrate skills and knowledge necessary to assure assessment, and care are appropriate to the age of patients served. Care provided is appropriate for all patients including neonates, pediatrics, adults, or geriatrics. Transport patients, equipment, and/or supplies to and from various departments in the hospital. Utilize several modes of transportation and handles various types of patient equipment. Promote patient safety and a safe environment at all times. Perform other job-related duties within the job scope as requested by the supervisor or a dispatcher. Maintain open lines of communication at all times. Maintain documentation of all transportation activities and submits to Dispatcher at end of shift. Ensure Equipment storage areas are kept neat and orderly. Assist in equipment maintenance.
Education& Qualifications:
A high school diploma or GED Good verbal communication skills BLS (Basic Life Support) card from the American Heart Association (prior to hire)
Position Highlights and Benefits:
Comprehensive benefit packages available, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and education assistance. Comprehensive benefits that start on your first day of work Retirement savings program with employer matching We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners.
Ministry/Facility Information:
A member of Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation, Fort Lauderdale-based Holy Cross Hospital, dba Holy Cross Health, is a full-service, not-for-profit, Catholic, teaching hospital operating in the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy. We are the only not-for-profit Catholic hospital in Broward and Palm Beach counties. Through strategic collaborations and a commitment to being a person-centered, transforming, healing presence, the 557-bed hospital offers progressive inpatient, outpatient and community outreach services and clinical research trials to serve as our community's trusted health partner for life. We are committed to providing compassionate and holistic person-centered care.
Legal Info:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
