Patient Transporter

Lehigh Valley Health Network

Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States
Onsite
Safe patient transport via wheelchair or stretcher
Handling portable oxygen cylinders safely
Equipment distribution and inventory management
The role involves moving patients to and from clinical units using wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds while managing medical equipment like oxygen tanks and IV pumps

Job Summary

  • The role involves moving patients to and from clinical units using wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds while managing medical equipment like oxygen tanks and IV pumps.
  • 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.
  • Employees must coordinate patient transport activities, respond to emergent situations, and maintain accurate inventory levels for clinical equipment.

Matching Summary

The role involves moving patients to and from clinical units using wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds while managing medical equipment like oxygen tanks and IV pumps.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Safe patient transport via wheelchair or stretcher
  • Handling portable oxygen cylinders safely
  • Equipment distribution and inventory management
  • Multi-tasking in clinical environments
  • High level of customer service delivery

Nice-to-have

  • Compassionate and positive disposition
  • Ability to take initiative independently
  • Teamwork and collaboration skills
  • Experience with transport software systems

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • BLS certification (AHA) within 180 days
  • Ability to lift and carry 40-50 lbs
  • Physical capacity to walk 8-10 miles per shift

Work Rights

Not specified

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