Description
JOB TITLE: Patient Transporter
STATUS: Per Diem
LOCATION: Canton Potsdam Hospital- 50 Leroy Street Potsdam, NY 13676
DEPARTMENT: Imaging Services
SCHEDULE: Days/Evenings, M-F, 8hr variable shifts, weekend requirement
SUMMARY
Transporting patients to and from floors to the Imaging department. Requires training and proficiency with Meditech, eCw, synapse, scanning and other workflow processes. Responsible for pulling and reviewing specialty schedules (MRI,CT,NM), pulling of patient orders, calling to confirm patient appointments. Responsible for re-stocking supplies, and placing monthly Sywest order. Maintain all O2 tanks for the imaging department, and ensure they are filled with maintenance. Cover in the front office as needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- (50%) Transporting patients to and from floors to the Imaging Department.
- (20%) Calling scheduled patients to confirm appointments, and verifying orders.
- (15%) Restocking supplies and placing Sywest monthly order, maintain O2 tanks as needed.
- (15%) Covering the front desk as needed.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma/Equivalent
- BLS within three months of hire
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Medical Terminology
- One year experience in healthcare
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.
PAY RANGE: $18.46 - $26.24
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
