Patient Transporter-University Hospital

Under general supervision, transports patients of The Ohio State University Medical Center as assigned;
Maintains patient transport carts, related mobile equipment and work areas. Transports patients as assigned by cart, bed, wheelchair, and/or motor vehicle to various areas of the Medical Center. Observes patients and reports any unusual or adverse change immediately to appropriate staff. Converses with patients to convey a friendly and positive atmosphere. Assists with patient handling as required.

Maintains patient transport carts and wheelchairs for cleanliness and safe operating conditions; prepares carts and wheelchairs for transport on lift system; reports defective transportation equipment. Maintains clean environment in exam rooms, assist with cleaning floors and equipment. Assists in the removal of items, used and unused, and soiled linens and trash;
Inventories and restocks supplies and linens. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Required
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Per Classified Civil Svc Specs or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications
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Per Classified Civil Service Requirements;
Reading, writing and math (add, subtract, multiply, and divide) skills commensurate with job duties required;
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred;
Previous health care or service oriented field experience in an acute health care setting is preferred.

Working Conditions
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Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.