UNIV - Patient Transport Operator - Transportation Services

UNIV - Patient Transport Operator - Transportation Services

MUSC Health

Job Description Summary
Under the supervision of the Clinical Transport Coordinator, the successful applicant will be responsible for safely transporting patients around the medical district and tri‑county area for follow‑on care.

• 30% - Transports clinical staff, patients, students, and/or employees to various locations within the assigned area of operations. Boards and discharges passengers with care and consideration in a safe and efficient manner. Monitors vehicle performance on the road and immediately isolates and remedies issues within the normal scope of a vehicle operator’s responsibility. (Essential)
• 30% - Responsible for fueling and cleaning of vehicle; mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, and washing. Performs operator’s pre/post vehicle inspections and adds fluids as needed. Performed in all weather conditions consistent with safety. (Essential)
• 20% - Responsible for transporting patients that require special assistance. Must transport patients in wheel chairs using the Q‑Strain system. Responsible for following all procedures regarding the safe and timely transport of patients. (Essential)
• 15% - Substitutes for other drivers, quick rides, out‑of‑town travels (day trip). Communicates with UTS and Life Guard dispatchers to ensure daily assignments. (Essential)
• 5% - Performs other duties as assigned. (Non‑Essential)

Minimum Requirements:

One year experience in the operation or maintenance of heavy equipment, motorized vehicles or machinery that is directly related to the area of employment. Some positions require a valid driver’s license and/or commercial driver’s license.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform job functions in an upright position, seated position, while walking, climbing stairs, working indoors and outdoors in all weather, operating in confined/cramped spaces, performing repetitive motions, lifting up to 15 lbs., maintaining vision and hearing acuity, being ambidextrous, and working overtime as required.

Additional New Requirements:
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license. Computer literacy.

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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