What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Transporter position at Catholic Health?
Good Samaritan University Hospital is a 537- bed (including 100 nursing home beds) teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health. With almost 900 physicians on staff, and a level II Trauma Center, we care for well over 100,000 patients annually across the south shore of Long Island. Our reputation for excellence is built on great choices and empowered leadership, and fosters a team that is focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care.
The Lead Transporter is responsible for independently moving patients from one location of the hospital to another.
Job Details
Responsibilities:
- Moving patients by wheelchair or stretcher to and from, but not limited to, their patient room, Radiology Department, EEG, ED X-ray, Cardiology, PFT, ED CT, floor admissions and all other nursing units.
- Transfer patients from their bed to a wheelchair or stretcher, and respond to the location with the appropriate equipment when required.
- Transporters are also responsible for transporting blood for trauma, retrieving specimens, running STAT medications from the Pharmacy and sorting and delivering mail throughout the medical center.
- Transport C-Ports to the Cardiac Cath Lab
- Return all equipment to proper place after transportation of patient
- Oversight of employees on the overnight shift.
- Assist in coordinating and prioritizing transports as needed.
- Work alongside other hospital leaders to ensure a safe environment conductive for superior patient care.
Requirements:
- High school diploma, equivalent or relevant experience.
- 2 years prior patient care experience required
- Must be able to independently move patients from one location of the hospital to another.
- Must be flexible with hours and work weekends and holidays if necessary.
- BLS or CPR/AED training
Salary Range
USD $24.00 - USD $27.00 /Hr.
This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.
At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.
Salary : $27
