Patient Transporter, Afternoons
University of Maryland Medical System

Job Description
Moves/transports patients of various weights, ages, and sizes to and from beds and ambulatory devices; to and from various treatment areas, using acceptable body mechanics while maintaining patient comfort and safety. Interacts with patients from toddlers to geriatric, with all types of illnesses. Secures, returns and maintains designated supplies and equipment. Assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment. This individual can also act in a sitter role providing direct observation of patients to ensure the safety of the patient and/or other patients, team members and family.

Company Description
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.
A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.
Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Harford Memorial Hospital (UM HMH), Havre de Grace, MD
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD

Qualifications
Education & Training: High school diploma or GED. Knowledge of proper body mechanics.

Work Orientation & Experience: Previous experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Skills & Abilities: Ability to: a) effectively convey verbal and written information; b) follow directions; c) organize and manage time effectively, setting appropriate priorities; d) respond to emergency situations appropriately; e) effectively function as a member of a collaborative team; f) maintain patient confidentiality.

Additional Information
Full time - 10am - 6:30pm with every other weekend

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.