Transporter (Full-Time, 40, Varied Shifts)

I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• May be required to transport materials, equipment, etc. outside of the Medical Center.
• Responsible for the safe transfer and transport of patients and things from one area of the hospital to another, to support transport needs to and from buildings related to the Medical Center.

II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Occasional: climbing stairs.
• Frequent: gripping of an object.
• May operate and/or utilize gurneys, wheelchairs, mechanical lifts, phone, back belts, gait belts, carts.
• Essential: standing, walking, stooping/bending, squatting, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking, writing, and reading English, lifting up to maximum 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to maximum 50 pounds of force; carrying up to 40 pounds for a distance of 10 feet, reaching above/at/below shoulder level, repetitive arm/hand motions.

III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exposed to odors and fumes in Morgue and on nursing floors.
• May be exposed to outside environmental conditions. Some exposure to chemicals, odors, communicable diseases, body fluids, and hazardous materials.
• Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.

VI. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

• Current certification in BLS/HCP.
• High School diploma or equivalent.

B. EXPERIENCE:

• Prior work experience in an acute care facility or customer related field preferred.