Aide, Hosp Transport Union

Position Summary :

Transporters will work with hospital staff in ancillary departments, patient care units and the rehabilitation department to provide safe, courteous and efficient transport services to all patients within Methodist Hospital inpatient areas.

Transporters will perform or assist with the transfers of patient to appropriate mode of transport vehicle. Transporters will use communication and technology to assist in the efficiency of the transport service.

Duties require initiative, organizational skills, written and telephone communication skills, base level computer skills, and meeting schedule timelines.

MH transporters need to work collaboratively as a team with all care providers and other internal customers. Daily flexibility in work duties is a requirement to support the department in meeting its patient care needs.

Education / Experience :

Preferred :

1. High School Graduate / GED

2. Previous experience as a rehab aide, radiology aide, nursing assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant training.

3. Current enrollment in an allied health program.

4. Six months experience in a customer service or volunteer position

Special Knowledge / Skills / Certifications / Licenses :

Required Skills :

1. Must be able to work independently.

2. Must be able to problem-solve using good communication and people skills.

3. Strong verbal communication, customer relations, and listening skills are essential.

4. Must be able to promote and maintain good customer relations and patient confidentiality.

5. Must be trained in and demonstrate proficiency in clinical procedures, infection control practices, body mechanics and transfer training.

6. Must be able to effectively communicate with a wide variety of patients including those with speech and hearing impairments.

Additional Information :

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

We are committed to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. A culture where every person feels welcome, included, and valued.

It’s an important part of our Head + Heart, Together culture, and critical to our success.

The Organization

At Park Nicollet you're part of something bigger. We're a member of the HealthPartners organization, an award-winning integrated health care system comprised of several organizations.

HealthPartners includes a team of 21, people dedicated to making a difference for our members, patients and the community.

Whether you want to work in direct patient care, or support those who do, you will find a vast variety of job opportunities.

Here, your contributions help to improve lives and impact health care for the better. If you want to make a difference, we want you on our team.

Park Nicollet Mission, Vision and Values

Mission : Our mission is to improve health and well-being in partnership with our members, patients and community.

Vision : Health as it could be, affordability as it must be, through relationships built on trust.

Values :

• Excellence We strive for the best results and always look for ways to improve.
• Compassion We care and show empathy and respect for each person.
• Partnership We are strongest when we work together and with those we serve.
• Integrity We are open and honest, and we keep our commitments.

What makes us unique?

At Park Nicollet, we never forget why we're here. Your health and well-being is our top priority and is at the forefront of everything we do.

We believe outstanding health care is delivered when we merge the science and intellect of medicine with the compassion, spirit and humanity of our hearts.

We refer to this as "Head + Heart, Together," and it exists to inspire constant improvement and lasting success. We achieve this by partnering with patients and families in everything from care decisions to service and facility design.

As we work together as a unified team, we engage patients, families and the community, and put them at the center of everything we do.