Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Pay Range:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Position Overview

SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: None required.

Other Credentials: AHA Heartsaver AED

Knowledge and Skills:

Special Training: No previous training required.

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:

Usual Work Day:8 Hours  

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Verifies transport information from escort dispatcher to effectively plan route and keeps log of travel activities.
• Transports patients as requested in a timely fashion.
• Identifies patient by checking identity information and medical charts to ensure patient has been brought to correct area of hospital.
• Communicates effectively to patient purpose and method of transfer using transfer equipment.
• Utilizes proper transfer techniques to ensure patient safety following CH guidelines and procedures.
• Transfers medication in tampered-proof bag when applicable.
• Self-tests transport equipment to ensure safe handling and proper function. Removes faulty or defective equipment from service.
• Communicates and expediently notifies dispatching unit of any delays in transport, damaged equipment, or patient problems and concerns.
• Identifies where and how escort function can be improved and makes recommendations for change.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include: Bending , Reaching forward

Occasional physical demands include: Sitting , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Twisting , Wrist position deviation

Continuous physical demands include: Standing , Walking , Push/Pull

Lifting Floor to Waist 35 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 25 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Minimal Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Uneven Surfaces or Elevations , Extreme Noise Levels , Dust/Particulate Matter

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical Plan

• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

- Healthcare FSA

- Dependent Care FSA

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

- Less than 10 years of service - $5,000

- 10+ years of service - $10,000

• Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Commuter Transit

• Commuter Parking

• Supplemental Life Insurance

- Voluntary Life Spouse

- Voluntary Life Employee

- Voluntary Life Child

• Voluntary Legal Services

• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance

• Voluntary Pet Insurance

• Paid Time-Off Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. 

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.