Job SummaryTransports patients throughout the hospital in a timely, safe and efficient manner. Communicates with the dispatcher on runs, delays, etc. Maintains transportation equipment and completes department records and transportation forms.Essential Functions
Transports patients to their tests and procedures in a safe and timely manner.
Collaborates with the nursing staff, ancillary departments, the patient, and other health care providers in providing quality patient care.
Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner.
Completes departmental records and transport forms.
Meets the department’s standard of 18+ (18-24) runs in an 8 hr. shift.
Returns equipment to their appropriate locations. (i.e. wheelchairs, stretchers, oxygen tanks).
Demonstrates safe and appropriate use of equipment.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Provides information and gives updates within specified time intervals.
Keeps the dispatchers informed of any delays, changing of equipment, etc.
Appropriately interacts with other departments when giving or receiving patient information.
Maintains “positive” interactions with co-workers, patients, visitors, and staff.
Qualifications
Required High School Diploma or equivalent
Physical Demands
Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 35 lbs
Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 35 lbs
Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs
Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs
Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 35 lbs
Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 30 lbs
Sitting: Seldom
Standing: Frequently
Walking: Frequently
Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally
Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom
Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally
Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally
Squat: Seldom
Stair Climbing: Seldom
Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
Reach - Above Shoulder: Occasionally
Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally
Handling: Occasionally
Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Occasionally
Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Occasionally
Finger/Hand Dexterity: Occasionally
Visual Acuity ¹ [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom
Primary LocationSITE - Dearborn Hospital - 18101 Oakwood Blvd - DearbornDepartment NamePatient Transportation - DearbornEmployment TypePart timeShiftDay (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours20Hours of Work12 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Days WorkedVariableWeekend FrequencyEvery other weekendCURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS – Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.