Patient Transporter jobs in Wisconsin
Patient Transporter transports patients to and from their inpatient beds and other areas like therapy, surgery or radiology. Other responsibilities include retrieving medical records, lab results, supplies and medications. Being a Patient Transporter may require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Patient Transporter typically reports to a supervisor. The Patient Transporter may require 0-1 year of general work experience. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Patient Transporter jobs
Patient and Equipment Transporter
- Advocate Aurora
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Grafton, WI
FULL_TIME
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Major Responsibilities:
- Lifts and transports patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers or beds, properly positioning and securing patient using proper body mechanics. Ensures the comfort of the patient by being attentive, offering blankets. Follows all posted precaution signs.
- Transports patients to their destinations. May also be responsible for transporting other items such as patient belongings, specimens, carts, wheelchairs and other equipment to their destinations.
- Contacts clinical staff immediately regarding changes to a patient's condition, or if an issue arises with patient's equipment during transport.
- Verifies and documents correct patient identification by comparing information from the printed ticket to ride to patient wristband.
- Using electronic software, the transporter will track when assignments are initiated, completed, delayed, or cancelled,
- Collects and returns equipment to the proper holding areas. Disinfects and inspects transport equipment before and after use. Maintains equipment and reports equipment in need of repair.
- Maintain appropriate confidentiality of patient information at all times.
- May be responsible for collection of patient equipment from soiled utility rooms.
- May be responsible for pick-up and delivery of patient medication, excluding controlled substances.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
Education Required:- No Formal Education.
Experience Required:- No experience required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:- Excellent Communication Skills
- Demonstrated experience in customer service
- Satisfactory completion in safe patient handling for transporters within one month of start date.
- Ability to assess status of equipment to ensure it is in safe working condition.
- Ability to assess and determine the best routes within hospital to reach desired destinations.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:- Must be able to walk up to 95% of the workday.
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bent and twist at various times throughout the workday.
- Exposed to blood and body fluids, contagious diseases, biohazrardous materials and radiation hazards throughout the workday, therefore, protective clothing must be worn as necessary.
- Must be able to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job, including repetitive use of feet required in working with surgical carts.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other team member, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. - 22 Days Ago
Patient & Equip Transporter
- Advocate Aurora
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Milwaukee, WI
FULL_TIME
- Major Responsibilities:Lifts and transports patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers or beds, properly positioning and securing patient using proper body mechanics. Ensures the comfort of the pati...
- 2 Days Ago
Patient Escort (Transporter); 0.9 FTE; Day Shift
- UnityPoint Health
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Madison, WI
OTHER
- 12808BRFTE: 0.9Shift: M-F 7am - 7:30am or 8am till 4:30pm stagger start times. Weekend and Holiday rotation 7am - 3:30pmCompensation: $17.69/hour Hours Per Week: 24Weekends: YesBenefit EligibleThe Pat...
- 4 Days Ago
PATIENT TRANSPORTER (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)
- Compass Group
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Milwaukee, WI
FULL_TIME|PART_TIME
- TouchPoint We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PATIENT TRANSPORTER positions.Location: Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital - Milwaukee Campus - 2301 N Lake Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53...
- 26 Days Ago
PATIENT TRANSPORTER (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)
- Compass Group Careers
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Milwaukee, WI
FULL_TIME|PART_TIME
- TouchPoint We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PATIENT TRANSPORTER positions.Location: Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital - Milwaukee Campus - 2301 N Lake Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53...
- 27 Days Ago
Patient Transporter - Hospital (36 Hours/Week)
- Marshfield Clinic Health System
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Marshfield, WI
PART_TIME
- Come work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together to support the most exciting missions in the world! Job Title: Patient Transporter - Hospital (36 Hours/Week) Cost Center: 301351229 Mf...
- 1 Month Ago
Patient Transporter jobs at Popular Companies
Patient Transport
- Fairview Health Services
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Minneapolis, MN
- Overview: Would you like to start your career in a busy medical center? We at M Health Fairview are looking for a motiva...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Patient Transporter
- RWJ Barnabas
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Somerville, NJ
- Transport patient in a safe and efficient manner throughout the hospital RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Empl...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Patient Transporter
- Atlantic Health System
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Morristown, NJ
- About Us ABOUT US At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities,...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Patient Transporter
- Wakemed
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Raleigh, NC
- About WakeMed: Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services i...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Patient Transporter
- Valley Presbyterian
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Van Nuys, CA
- Requisition Number: 5820 Position Title: External Description: Job Summary: Under the direction of the Director, Manager...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Patient Transporter
- University of Maryland Medical Center Baltimore Washington
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Upper Marlboro, MD
- Job Description Transports patients to and from nursing units, operating rooms, rehabilitation and imaging departments. ...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Patient Transporter
- Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
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Spartanburg, SC
- Position Summary Accurately and efficiently transports patients, wheelchairs, and stretchers to and from nursing units a...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Patient Transporter>
- Beaumont Health
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Grosse Pointe, MI
- Beaumont Health - 468 Cadieux [Nursing Assistant / Health Aide] As a Patient Transporter at Beaumont Health, you'll: Pra...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Wisconsin
Wisconsin is bordered by the Montreal River; Lake Superior and Michigan to the north; by Lake Michigan to the east; by Illinois to the south; and by Iowa to the southwest and Minnesota to the northwest. A border dispute with Michigan was settled by two cases, both Wisconsin v. Michigan, in 1934 and 1935. The state's boundaries include the Mississippi River and St. Croix River in the west, and the Menominee River in the northeast.
With its location between the Great Lakes and the Mississippi River, Wisconsin is home to a wide variety of geographical features. The state is divided into five dist...
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Income Estimation for Patient Transporter jobs
$28,810 to $36,903
Most Popular Cities in Wisconsin for Patient Transporter Jobs
What does a Patient Transporter do?
Patient Transporter in Columbus, OH
Guide the recruiter to the conclusion that you are the best candidate for the patient transporter job.
January 26, 2020
Patient Transporter in San Bernardino, CA
As well as driving, ambulance care assistants and PTS drivers also lift and help patients in and out of the vehicle.
February 09, 2020
Patient Transporter in New Brunswick, NJ
Depending on the needs of the patient, the transport tech may transport or accompany the patient alone or assisting a transport Registered Nurse (RN).
December 23, 2019