Patient Transporter Internal / External

at St. Luke's Health System in Twin Falls, Idaho, United States

At St. Lukes, we pride ourselves on fostering a workplace culture that values diversity, promotes collaboration, and prioritizes employee well-being. Our commitment to excellence in patient care extends to creating an environment where our team can thrive both personally and professionally. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive community of colleagues, St. Lukes is truly a great place to work.

What You Can Expect:

• Monday through Friday 6pm-2:30am

• Twin Falls work location, Magic Valley Medical Center

The Patient Transporter, under general supervision, is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of patients, supplies, and equipment throughout the facilities.

- Transports patients to and from inpatient units, surgery, therapy, radiology and other areas.

- Will have direct patient contact including, but not limited to, assisting patients into/out of bed, transporting equipment, use of assistive devices, and more to meet the patient needs and clinical efforts to enhance the patient experience.

- Retrieves medical records, laboratory specimens, supplies and medications as required.

- Maintains and cleans transport equipment.

- Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements for protection against exposure to blood, body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation and hazardous substances.

- Adheres to all health and safety requirements in order to meet regulatory and company standards.

- Transport ambulatory patients and equipment in vehicles.

- Acts as a valet for incoming patients/visitors, as needed.

- Resolves routine questions, issues and problems; refers more complex issues to higher levels.

- May assist with dispatch coverage as needed.

- May participate in interview, training and onboarding process. May partipicate in performance improvement initiatives as needed.

- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

- Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

- Licenses/Certifications: Valid Drivers License

*This role is subject to St. Lukes driving policy, which requires individuals in this role to not have a record of certain driving-related offenses within the past three (3) years, including but not limited to: Suspension of License, Driving Under the Influence, Reckless or Negligent Driving

If hired, St. Lukes will conduct a driving records check upon hire and continuously thereafter for individuals hired into this role. Individuals