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AdventHealth Careers
PATIENT TRANSPORT PRN
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
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.
$31,168 / year median in Florida
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from
Day One:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100%Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits Schedule:
PRN Shift:
Day (United States of America)Address:
1055SAXON BLVD City:
ORANGE CITY
State:
Florida Postal Code:
32763Job Description:
Maintains clear hallways by moving unused equipment to designated storage areas. Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare staff. Ensures the proper handling and delivery of medical equipment and supplies. Participates in ongoing training and development to enhance skills and knowledge. Other duties as assigned. Assists in the safe transfers of patients from bed to stretcher or wheelchair. Facilitates the safe, efficient, and expedited movement of patients using stretchers, wheelchairs, beds, and cribs. Transports patient-related items such as belongings, paperwork, labs, and equipment efficiently. Accurately records transport details and reports necessary information using the Transportation system.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
People Skills:
Ability to understand customers' needs and respond to them in a pro-active, courteous, professional, and efficient manner.Communication Skills:
Able to communicate in English using good diction, and respond to peoples needs in a pleasant and courteous manner as perceived by the customer, and as appropriate to infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.Technical Skills:
Ability to operate stretchers, beds, and wheelchairs.- Must be proficient in the English language and able to read, write, and follow oral instructions.
- Effective verbal and listening communication skills.
- Service/Quality focused to meet a wide range of needs.
- Ability to navigate to/from various locations throughout the facility.
- Problem solver that can think quickly in cases of emergencies or unusual situations.
- Ability to multi-task and work at a fast pace.
- Displays neat, professional appearance with a smile.
- Physical ability to withstand frequent to prolonged walking, standing, pushing, pulling, and transferring patients.
- Must be able to use a computer for patient information and basic department clerical functions.
- Excellent Customer Service skills.
- Ability to quickly learn and use software packages and equipment relevant to the department.
- Ability to quickly learn and follow departmental policies and procedures.
- Ability to work collaboratively with peers, coworkers, clinicians, and other departments in meeting patient care standards.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all staff, patients, and physicians to ensure quality service and avoid delays in patient care.
- Ability to proficiently perform all care activities safely and in accordance with standards of care.
- Ability to follow patient identification/verification process prior to transporting all patients.
Education:
- High School Grad or Equiv [Preferred]
Field of Study:
N/A Work Experience:
- 1+ year public contact in a medical setting [Preferred]
Additional Information:
N/A Licenses and Certifications:
- Basic Life Support
- CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
- Driver's License (DL) [Preferred]
Physical Requirements:
(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements- https://tinyurl.
Pay Range:
$15.00- $22.