Safe patient transport via wheelchair or stretcher
Handling portable oxygen cylinders safely
Equipment distribution and inventory management
The role involves maintaining responsibility for the safe and timely transportation of patients, specimens, and equipment throughout the Lehigh Valley Health Network facilities
Job Summary
The role involves maintaining responsibility for the safe and timely transportation of patients, specimens, and equipment throughout the Lehigh Valley Health Network facilities.
Employees must coordinate patient transport activities, handle portable oxygen cylinders safely, and assist with emergent situations while ensuring cross-infection protocols are followed.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is a nationally recognized Magnet Hospital ranked among the 'Best Hospitals' by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years.
Matching Summary
The role involves maintaining responsibility for the safe and timely transportation of patients, specimens, and equipment throughout the Lehigh Valley Health Network facilities.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Safe patient transport via wheelchair or stretcher
Handling portable oxygen cylinders safely
Equipment distribution and inventory management
Responding to emergent situations and alerts
Maintaining accurate transportation documentation
Nice-to-have
Compassionate and positive disposition with patients
High level of customer service delivery
Experience in healthcare environment preferred
Teamwork and collaboration skills
Key Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
1 year of customer service experience
BLS certification from American Heart Association within 180 days