Patient Transport Coordinator

Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a Patient Transport Coordinator you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Trident Hospital is located in Charleston SC. The Transport department is open Monday through Friday 5am to 11pm and Saturday 7am to 9pm. You will be working rotating weekends. We are looking for someone to cover and oversee the evenings shifts. Benefits HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: * Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. * Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. * Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing * 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) * Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock * Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. * Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more * Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts * Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships * Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) * Colleague recognition program * Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) * Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Patient Transport Coordinator where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise Job Summary and Qualifications The Patient Transport Coordinator is responsible for coordination of daily workflow and for overseeing that transport jobs are completed timely. Communication between departments as well as nurses is key for a well-run department. What you will do: * Coordinate and oversee how the shift operations run including, but not limited to, re-prioritizing jobs in PATRA as well as trouble-shooting system issues. * Ensure all stretchers and wheelchairs are returned to correct location, O2 tanks are full and maintained appropriately. * Transport patients from one area to another via wheelchair, stretcher, or ambulating. This includes transporting items with patient or separately such as oxygen or IV stands. * Perform other duties including, but are not limited to, clerical, scheduling, ordering supplies, inventory, cleaning, and all other duties deemed necessary by the Management Team. * Supervise students or training new Transporters in their responsibilities. What qualifications you will need: * Basic Computer Skills * Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date * High School Graduate / GED * Some experience in leading and motivating a team Trident Health is a 445-bed HCA Healthcare hospital system comprised of two acute care hospitals, Trident Medical Center and Summerville Medical Center and three freestanding emergency departments, Brighton Park Emergency, Moncks Corner Medical Center and Centre Pointe Emergency. We provide care to nearly 375,000 South Carolina Low country residents each year. Every day Trident Healths more than 2,600 employees, more than 500 physicians and more than 130 volunteers are dedicated to fulfilling our mission. "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Patient Transport Coordinator opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.