Patient Transporter jobs in Lynchburg, VA
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)
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Transporter
- UVA Health
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Charlottesville, VA
FULL_TIME
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Provides safe transport of the right patient to the right location while maintaining a high level of productivity. Responsible for patient transports distributing equipment and supplies morgue duties mentoring and managing supplies for transports. In addition will perform routine transports working in any zone. Services are provided to patients visitors & health care staff twenty-four hours/day and seven days/week.
Ensures wheelchairs are locked securely into position when transporting patients
Performs transport duties including morgue trips body releases managing viewings providing lift assistance maintaining supply of oxygen tanks for transport use.
Verifies the destination and identity of the patient to be transported by matching transport request information to the travel log or by other method if travel log is not available or appropriate.
Transports patients safely by ensuring that equipment is clean and in good repair and by using proper transfer and transport techniques.
Performs the delivery of supplies and equipment to various areas within the Medical Center.
Cleans equipment after each patient use.
Inspects all equipment and supplies upon receipt and prior to delivery.
Works efficiently to maintain high productivity minimize idle time and follow appropriate transport procedures.
Works as a part of Patient and Guest Services to help provide all aspects of services.
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. Position Compensation Range: $15.00 - $20.34 Hourly
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: High School Graduate, GED, or equivalent experience.
Experience: No experience required.
Licensure: American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Saver AED Course required within 90 days of hire.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires frequently standing/bending/stooping/traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 100lbs. May be exposed to, chemicals, outdoor climate, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. - Just Posted
EMT Basic or EMT Advanced: 12 Hr Shift
- Patient Transport Systems, Inc
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Halifax, VA
PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
- We are a commercial ambulance company with bases of operation in Halifax and South Hill, VA. We work the shifts below. We are currently seeking a BLS provider for a 24 / 72 hour shift or an a BLS prov...
- 22 Days Ago
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B)
- Patient Transport Systems, Inc
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Halifax, VA
FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
- Overview:We are seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). As an EMT, you will play a crucial role in providing immediate medical care an...
- 22 Days Ago
Medical Assistant
- Patient Care Plus
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Staunton, VA
FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
- Medical Assistant/receptionist to provide support and administrative services in a private family/urgent care office. On site training and certification. Seeking highly energetic individual for FT or ...
- 15 Days Ago
Transporter - HLE
- Hertz Local Edition
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Charlottesville, VA
FULL_TIME
- Hertz Local Edition is seeking professionals to drive our vehicles to various locations while providing our best in class customer service. As a Transporter you will pick up and drop off customers and...
- 1 Month Ago
Transporter - Second Shift
- Commonwealth of VA Careers
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NEWCOMB HALL, VA
FULL_TIME
- Provides safe transport of the right patient to the right location while maintaining a high level of productivity. Responsible for patient transports distributing equipment and supplies morgue duties ...
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Patient Service Representative
- Forefront Dermatology
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Lynchburg, VA
- Overview: Come join our team! We have an immediate need for a Patient Service Representative in our Lynchburg, VA clinic...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Ultrasound Technologist - $2,691 per week
- Stability Healthcare
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Lynchburg, VA
- MedPro Healthcare Allied Staffing is seeking a travel Ultrasound Technologist for a travel job in Lynchburg, Virginia. J...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Certified Medical Assistant/LPN/RN--Part Time
- Johnson Health Center
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Lynchburg, VA
- Duties Communicate with patients in a courteous and professional manner in face to face encounters and via the telephone...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Patient Service Representative
- Dental Care Alliance
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Lexington, VA
- Overview: We are looking for a floating Patient Service Representative in Lexington, Virginia to join our clinical team ...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Endocrinology Nurse Practitioner
- Privia Health
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Lynchburg, VA
- We are currently looking for a nurse practitioner or physician assistant interested in endocrinology to join our private...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel CT Technologist - $2,080 per week
- Stability Healthcare
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Lynchburg, VA
- MedPro Healthcare Allied Staffing is seeking a travel CT Technologist for a travel job in Lynchburg, Virginia. Job Descr...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
TRAVEL NURSE RN - LONG-TERM CARE - $50 TO $60 PER HOUR IN LYNCHBURG, VA
- 22nd Century Healthcare, Inc.
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Lynchburg, VA
- Duration: Long Term Description: RNs provide and coordinate patient care. They also provide education to patients and th...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Dental Assistant (Expanded Function)
- Indian Health Service
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Madison Heights, VA
- Locations: Madison Heights, VA Type:Federal Salary Range:Per Year Open Period:6/30/2023 to 6/28/2024 Summary:BASIC REQUI...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Lynchburg, Virginia
Lynchburg is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 75,568. The 2017 census estimates an increase to 81,000. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains along the banks of the James River, Lynchburg is known as the "City of Seven Hills" or the "Hill City". In the 1860s, Lynchburg was the only major city in Virginia that was not recaptured by the Union before the end of the American Civil War.
Lynchburg lies at the center of a wider metropolitan area close to the geographic center of Virginia. It is the fifth-...
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Income Estimation for Patient Transporter jobs
$26,739 to $34,251
Lynchburg, Virginia area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago
were up 1.2% from a year ago
What does a Patient Transporter do?
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