Patient Transporter - Part Time, Nights (10hrs) (choc)

Job Description

Work Location

Orange, California

Work Shift

Night – 10hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals. Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you.

Job Summary

The Patient Transporter is responsible for the safe, timely and accurate transport of pediatric patients of all ages, medical equipment and patient-related items to their destinations enabling physicians, nurses, technicians, and other healthcare team members to perform their duties in an effective manner. Ensures positive patient/family, healthcare team customer satisfaction, proper utilization of body mechanics, adherence to policies, procedures and standards. May be required to work days, evenings, nights, weekends or holiday shifts as assigned.

Pay Range

Minimum $16.41 Midpoint $21.74 Maximum $27.07

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

• Required: None required.

• Preferred: One (1) year of experience with lift devices and safe transfer. One (1) year of healthcare experience in an acute care hospital or one year as an Emergency Medical Tech (EMT). Previous experience transporting pediatric patients and their families in a hospital setting.

Education

• Required: High School diploma/GED or equivalent.

• Preferred: Post High School education in health care related course.

Training

• Required: None required.

Specialized Skills

• Required: Ability to read, write, speak and understand English required. Knowledge of medical terminology. Exhibits excellent verbal and listening skills. Ability to set goals and judge results in accordance with the highest standards. Ability to provide care with sensitivity and respect. Ability to develop and promote positive effective customer service relations with patients, patient family members, visitors and staff, understands and exceeds customer expectations. Excellent communication and inter-personal skills. Effective problem solving skills. Ability to work under potentially stressful or emergent situations. Proficient in general computer usage.

• Preferred: Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Licensure

• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS).

• Preferred: Emergency Medical Tech.

Work Environments - Functional Demand:

Heavy - Very high energy level Lift over 50 lbs. Carry 80 lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200 lbs. (ie. Patients on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.

Physical Activity Requirements:

Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting

Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements:

Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Environment Requirements:

Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement:

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

If you desire support or accommodations throughout the Talent Acquisition process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.