Transportation Specialist

We are seeking a skilled Medical Transporter to join our team at Penn Medicine. As a Medical Transporter, you will be responsible for providing safe and efficient transportation of patients within our healthcare facility.

• Transport patients using stretcher, wheelchair, or wheeled-bed, following specific instructions from transportation dispatchers, nurses, or administrative coordinators.
• Assist nursing staff in transferring patients from bed, wheelchair, or stretcher, and assist in patient ambulation upon request.
• Keep accurate records of daily assignments and document patient transport activity on the electronic medical record.
• Verify patient identification to ensure correct transport and report discrepancies to the nurse in charge.
• Report any problems or difficulties encountered during duties to the Transportation Dispatcher and document these difficulties.

• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification within the first 90 days.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within the first 90 days.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

• Generous paid time off benefits, including eight paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage plan options.
• Tuition assistance for part-time and full-time employees.
• Flexible health savings accounts (FSA/HSA) to save pre-tax dollars for medical costs.
• 403b retirement savings, Penn Home Ownership Services, commuter benefits, pet insurance, and pension.

Penn Medicine is committed to providing a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that supports the well-being of our employees. We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees.