Patient Transporter, Gerontology

Advocate Aurora Health

Base: $18.85 - $28.30; bonus/equity: not specified...
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Ability to push or pull 400 lb wheelchair
Strong customer service and communication skills
Physical stamina for extended walking periods
** Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Patient Transporter for their Gerontology department. The role involves providing patient transport services across the medical campus while ensuring exceptional hospitality and safe practices. **

Job Summary

  • The Patient Transporter provides exceptional hospitality and safe support by transporting ambulatory patients and those requiring wheelchairs across the medical campus.
  • This role requires physical stamina to walk for extended periods while assisting patients of diverse ages and managing equipment weighing up to 400 lbs.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and educational assistance programs.

Matching Summary

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** Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Patient Transporter for their Gerontology department. The role involves providing patient transport services across the medical campus while ensuring exceptional hospitality and safe practices. **

Salary

Base: $18.85 - $28.30; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive suite including health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ability to push or pull 400 lb wheelchair
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • Physical stamina for extended walking periods
  • Knowledge of transporting patients with oxygen and IVs
  • Competence in body mechanics for patient safety

Nice-to-have

  • Prior hospital environment experience
  • Experience with patient care and transportation
  • Professional and welcoming presence
  • Initiative for performance and development

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • CPR course required within 30 days of hire
  • Oxygen Training certification required after hire

Work Rights

Not specified

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