Central Transporter

Overview

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and efficient Central Transporter to join our team in Kankakee, Illinois. The Central Transporter plays a critical role in ensuring the safe and timely movement of patients, medical equipment, and supplies throughout the hospital. This position requires excellent communication skills, a commitment to patient care, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism and compassion while maintaining the highest standards of safety and confidentiality. Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.

Essential Duties

• Patient Transport:
• Safely transport patients to and from various departments, using appropriate equipment (wheelchairs, stretchers).
• Assist patients with mobility and ensure their comfort during transport.
• Specimen Transport: Safely transport specimens from departments to designated area.
• Equipment Management:
• Transport and deliver medical equipment and supplies throughout the facility as needed.
• Ensure that all equipment is clean, functional, and ready for use.
• Communication:
• Collaborate with nursing and medical staff to coordinate patient transport needs.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff to provide information and updates regarding transport schedules.
• Greet and escort patients to and from scan rooms using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank You) principles.
• Safety and Compliance:
• Adhere to safety protocols and infection control practices while transporting patients and equipment.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Documentation:
• Document transport actions appropriately and timely in EHR.
• Report any issues or concerns related to patient transport or equipment to supervisory staff.

Non-essential Duties

• Assist with other support roles in the department as needed.
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Help with inventory management and stocking of supplies when required.
• Perform routine checks on transport equipment (wheelchairs, stretchers) to ensure they are in good working condition.
• Notify the appropriate personnel regarding any malfunctioning equipment.
• Provide mentorship or support to interns or new staff as needed.

Responsibilities

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in a healthcare setting or similar role is a plus but not required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients and staff.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of safety and infection control practices.

Required Licensure/Education

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

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.

Our Commitment to You

Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more so your journey at and away from work is remarkable. Our Total Rewards package includes:

Compensation

• Base compensation within the positions pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits - .5 to 1.0 FTE

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Benefits - .001 to .49 FTE

• Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work

Employee Health Requirements

Exposure/Sensory Requirements

Exposure to

• Chemicals: Rare
• Video Display Terminals: Extreme
• Blood and Body Fluids: May come into contact with blood and body fluids in the course of transporting or lifting patients.
• TB or Airborne Pathogens: May come in direct contact with patients and have potential of normal exposure to airborne pathogens.

Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch):

• Speech: Required to communicate with patients, both visually and through speech for retrieval of information, procedure verification and post procedure instructions.
• Vision: Required to identify patient to computer system.
• Smell: Electrical/fire safety.
• Hearing: Needed for active listening to colleagues, patients, visitors, and others encountered in the course of job duties.
• Touch: Needed for key boarding of entry and/or other patient care functions.

Activity/Lifting Requirements

Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:

• Sit: 5%
• Twist: 5%
• Stand: 10%
• Crawl: 0%
• Walk: 70%
• Kneel: 1%
• Lift: 5%
• Drive: 0%
• Squat: 2%
• Climb: 0%
• Bend: 1%
• Reach above shoulders: 1%

The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:

• Up to 10 lbs: Frequently
• Up to 20 lbs: Frequently
• Up to 35 lbs: Frequently
• Up to 60 lbs: Frequently
• Up to 75 lbs: Occasionally
• Up to 100 lbs: Rare
• Over 100 lbs: Rar

Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.): May need to assist patients from wheelchair and/or gurney on to and off procedure table. Patient lifting equipment will be utilized in all appropriate situations.

Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:

• Sit: 30
• Twist:24
• Stand: 200
• Crawl: 0
• Walk: 200
• Kneel: 0
• Lift: 14
• Drive: 0
• Squat: 5
• Climb: 0
• Bend: 5
• Reach above shoulders: 2

Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated)

• Simple grasp up to 15 lbs.: Frequently
• Pushing & pulling Normal weight: up to 50-200#: Frequently
• Fine Manipulation: typing on computer keyboard, and clerical skills.

Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: Repetitive motion from locking and unlocking beds and carts during transportation of patients.

Environmental Factors & Special Hazards

• Environmental Factors (Time Spent):
• Inside hours: 8
• Outside hours : 0
• Temperature: Normal Range
• Lighting: Average
• Noise levels: Average
• Humidity: Normal Range
• Atmosphere: N/A
• Special Hazards: N/A
• Protective Clothing Required: Protective equipment as needed per patient requirements.

Pay Range

USD $16.49 - USD $19.94 /Hr