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Transportation Aide 2 - Swing Shift

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.00 - $19.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description

Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) is a prominent academic health center located in Portland, Oregon. Known for its commitment to research, education, and patient care, OHSU integrates a wide variety of health services and specialized medical expertise to serve the community effectively. As a leader in healthcare innovation and patient-centered care, OHSU emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and cultural competence among its workforce. This dedication positions OHSU as a progressive and welcoming employer, providing numerous opportunities for career development and community impact. The university operates with a firm stance on equal opportunity, ensuring no discrimination based on protected class status and... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Excellent communication with public and staff
  • Strong customer service experience
  • Must have a positive and pleasant attitude
  • Ability to prioritize daily tasks to maximize efficiency and patient experience
  • Ability to multitask and function in stressful situations
  • Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English
  • Complete in-house training for bio hazardous items and CPR within 90 days of hire
  • Compliance with Code of Conduct, Respect in the workplace and applicable policies, procedures and agreements related to position, department or OHSU as a whole
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Excellent communication with public and staff
  • Strong customer service experience
  • Positive and pleasant attitude
  • Ability to prioritize daily tasks to maximize efficiency and patient experience
  • Ability to multitask and function in stressful situations
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English
  • Completion of in-house training for bio hazardous items and CPR within 90 days of hire
  • Compliance with Code of Conduct, Respect in the workplace and applicable policies, procedures and agreements related to position, department or OHSU as a whole
  • Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation
  • Healthcare or hospital experience preferred
  • Experience in safe transporting of patients, specimens, blood products, equipment and supplies preferred

Job Duties

  • Transports patients using wheelchair, stretcher, hospital bed, and morgue cart to and from various locations including nursing units, diagnostics, pre-op, life flight pad and morgue
  • Transfers patients to and from stretcher, hospital bed, exam table and wheelchair using transportation-assist devices such as Hovermatts, Slipps, slider boards and backboards
  • Transports medical equipment, mail, labs, blood products and supplies to and from various locations within the OHSU environment
  • Operates elevators for patient and equipment movement and relieves elevator attendants for breaks
  • Cleans and disinfects transportation medical equipment including stretchers, wheelchairs, morgue carts, HoverMatts, pillows and utility transport carts
  • Follows safety protocols and uses personal protective equipment as needed
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location