Transporter- Patient Transport

As our Transport/Patient Care Assistant, you will provide vital support by safely and efficiently transporting patients throughout the facility, while also offering direct patient care assistance, ensuring comfort and continuity during their healthcare journey.
Every day you will transport patients to and from departments (e.g., imaging, therapies, admissions, discharge), assist with patient mobility, and provide basic patient care such as turning, repositioning, and feeding. You will be expected to ensure patient safety during transport, maintain cleanliness of transport equipment, communicate effectively with clinical staff, and respond promptly to patient care needs, all while prioritizing patient comfort and dignity.
To be successful in this role, you must possess strong interpersonal skills, a compassionate demeanor, and the physical stamina to assist patients and navigate a busy healthcare environment efficiently.
Transports patients utilizing appropriate equipment in a safe and efficient manner, communicating with the nursing unit, hospital department and the patient
Demonstrates ability to discern that the correct patient has been identified for the intended transport location. Obtains relevant clinical information from the medical record, including verification of physician order, as appropriate
Applies knowledge of infection control principles in all patient and staff interactions, including proper cleaning and maintenance of transport equipment
Attends department meetings on a regular basis, maintains current knowledge of medical center policies and procedures, and requests assistance when needed
Demonstrates knowledge of Joint Commission requirements, and stays up to date on relevant regulatory changes
High School Graduate, upon hire or
Previous work experience as aTransportation Aide (may waive based on operational needs) and
Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire (Must be through the American Heart Association)
Experience in a healthcare environment

Mercy Medical Center Redding offers comprehensive health care to nearly 300,000 residents in a six-county region. It is one of only two Level II trauma centers, the only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and the only Joint Commission-certified Advanced Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center north of Sacramento north of Sacramento. Mercy Medical Center Redding is a 266-bed regional medical center providing inpatient and outpatient services as well as specialized cardiovascular care, stroke care, orthopedics, neurological surgery, comprehensive cancer care, maternity care, and a robust robotic surgery program. In addition, the hospital’s network of care includes Mercy Home Health and Hospice and Dignity Health Connected Living.
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