Transportation Aide - Patient Support Services
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University of Vermont Health is hiring a Transportation Aide - Patient Support Services. The Patient Transport & Support Services Associate ensures safe, timely, and compassionate transportation of patients throughout the hospital, delivering exceptional customer service. This dynamic role involves transporting patients, moving supplies and equipment, managing linen distribution, and maintaining equipment to support a safe care environment. The ideal candidate thrives in an active, hands-on setting and enjoys helping others.
Key focus areas include Ensure safe, timely, and compassionate transportation of patients throughout the hospital, Deliver exceptional customer service to patients, families, and caregivers, and Safely transport patients to clinical departments and treatment areas.
Successful candidates bring High School Graduate and Physical Stamina. Important skills include Customer Service, Interpersonal Skills, and Communication. Preferred (not required): Collaboration, Professionalism, Attention To Safety And Quality Standards, and Collaborative Work.
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Transportation Aide - Patient Support Services
Job Details
Job Ref:
R0088413
Category:
Transporter
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Health Care Partner:
Central Vermont Medical Center
Location:
130 Fisher Rd, Berlin, VT
Department:
CVMC - Patient Support
Job Type:
Regular
Primary Shift:
Day/Eve
Hours:
Hours per Week:
40
Weekend Needs:
Every
Pay Rate:
$22.28 - $32.48 per hour
This is a bargaining union position.
This is a full-time position with a schedule of Monday, Thursday and Friday 11:30am-8pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am - 6:30pm.
Position Summary
Join a fast-paced, mission-driven team where every interaction makes a difference in the patient experience. As aPatient Transport & Support Services Associate, you will play a vital role in ensuring safe, timely, and compassionate transportation of patients throughout the hospital while delivering exceptional customer service to patients, families, and caregivers.
This dynamic position is at the heart of hospital operations, requiring teamwork, professionalism, and a commitment to quality. You will safely transport patients to clinical departments and treatment areas, assist with the movement of supplies, specimens, equipment, and other essential items, and help maintain the efficient flow of hospital services. In addition, you will manage linen distribution, assemble and exchange linen carts, and perform cleaning, disinfection, assembly, disassembly, and maintenance of equipment to support a safe care environment.
The ideal candidate thrives in an active, hands-on setting, enjoys helping others, and takes pride in delivering outstanding service. Success in this role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to safety and quality standards, and the ability to work collaboratively with patients and healthcare professionals. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care while staying active and engaged throughout the workday.
Qualifications
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High School diploma or equivalent required
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Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
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Excellent verbal communication abilities
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CPR/AED certification preferred
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No prior experience required; comprehensive training provided
Physical Requirements
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Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, including up to 10 miles per shift
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Ability to safely push and pull carts and equipment weighing more than 74 pounds
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Ability to perform frequent movement of patients, equipment, and supplies throughout the hospital
If you are passionate about helping others, committed to safety and service excellence, and looking for a rewarding career in healthcare support, we encourage you to apply. Every transport is an opportunity to enhance the patient experience and contribute to exceptional care.
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