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LewisGale Medical Center
Patient Transporter
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.
$33,495 / year median in Virginia
+5% projected growth
Job Description
The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range. Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Patient Transporter you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join LewisGale Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Job Summary and Qualifications As our Patient Transporter, you will safely transport patients to assigned areas, maintaining patient privacy, dignity and respect, according to HIPPA regulations. You will perform all transport tasks in a safe manner and in accordance with Infection Control policies and procedures using proper tools, body mechanics and lifting techniques. Ensure regulatory compliance, including JCAHO regulations as they apply to Transportation. You will pursue opportunities for improvement, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in assignments, recognizing that priorities may have to change from time to time and that assignments are subject to change depending upon the needs of the hospital as determined by Department Leadership in conjunction with the Nursing Supervisor, Bed Control (Bed Tracker) and following Administrative guidelines. Work as a team with other members of the Patient Transport and Environmental Services leadership, fostering a partnership with each other and resolving conflicts in a positive and proactive manner to ensure the department operates efficiently and effectively.