What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Transporter - Mercy Hospital NWA - Part-Time position at Mercy?
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Transports patients and equipment to and from various departments within the Medical Center. Performs various patient related activities, as assigned. Patients are transported in a safe manner and proper body mechanics are utilized at all times. Maintains PAR levels for equipment in various locations throughout the Medical Center. Continuously shows the ability to work well with other co-workers (both within the Patient Transportation Department and other departments). Uses Epic software to track each patient's location as they travel to and from designated areas throughout the facility. Uses Epic software to to track equipment movement throughout the facility.Position Details:
Qualifications
Experience:
Preferred: Two (2) years of customer service experience
Healthcare or hospital-based experience beneficial
Certifications:
Required: BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED)
Other Requirements:
Ability to work independently while maintaining accountability and teamwork
Comfortable handling sensitive situations, including deceased patients and bereaved families
Professional appearance and conduct in accordance with hospital policy
Ability to use hospital technology systems (Epic, pager, transport logs)
Physical Requirements
Regularly push, pull, and/or lift up to 50 pounds
Prolonged standing and walking throughout each shift
Frequent gripping, reaching, bending, kneeling, twisting, and squatting to safely transport and assist patients and equipment
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.