Patient Transporter
MultiCare, Yakima, WA, United States
Patient Transporter
At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title
you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.
FTE: 0.90, Shift: Days, Schedule: 7A- 7P
Position Summary
The Patient Transporter is an incredible opportunity for those looking to expand their role in health care and service to others. This dynamic position provides professional and exceptional care through safe and timely transport of patients, supplies, oxygen, beds and equipment throughout the MultiCare facility. As a Transporter at MultiCare, you will collaborate with the entire nursing staff, hone your decision-making capacities, and enjoy daily variety and problem-solving opportunities.
Responsibilities
Provide safe and timely transport of patients, beds, oxygen, supplies, and equipment throughout the facility
Assist clinical personnel in transferring patients to and/or from beds or chairs to and/or from wheelchair or stretcher
Respond to STAR codes by transporting patient lift equipment and assisting nursing staff, as needed
Provide assistance to units by cleaning equipment and stocking supplies
Partner with a service-oriented attitude, professional integrity, and solid decision-making capacities
Effectively prioritize and apply organization and flexibility to your work duties
Requirements
High school graduate or equivalent preferred
Current BLS Certification
Successful completion of in-house training program on patient lift and mobility within 6 months of placement in job
One (1) year of previous transport or related healthcare experience preferred
May require certifications based on hospital needs
About Yakima Memorial Hospital
MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital has served the Yakima Valley since 1950. This 226-bed, not-for-profit hospital features a multispecialty team across 20+ primary and specialty care locations, providing cardiac care, cancer care, pediatric trauma care, hospice and advanced care for children with special health needs. Clinicians here care for a diverse patient population and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment where teams are valued and patients are grateful.
About the Yakima Community
Yakima enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year and a valley setting surrounded by desert hills and mountains. The area offers endless outdoor activities, from hiking, mountain biking and fishing to skiing, rafting and camping. Residents also enjoy rivers, lakes and scenic trails just minutes from home, along with a lower cost of living and a welcoming community
perfect for those who love an active outdoor lifestyle.
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $22.79 - $31.27 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.
At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title
you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.
FTE: 0.90, Shift: Days, Schedule: 7A- 7P
Position Summary
The Patient Transporter is an incredible opportunity for those looking to expand their role in health care and service to others. This dynamic position provides professional and exceptional care through safe and timely transport of patients, supplies, oxygen, beds and equipment throughout the MultiCare facility. As a Transporter at MultiCare, you will collaborate with the entire nursing staff, hone your decision-making capacities, and enjoy daily variety and problem-solving opportunities.
Responsibilities
Provide safe and timely transport of patients, beds, oxygen, supplies, and equipment throughout the facility
Assist clinical personnel in transferring patients to and/or from beds or chairs to and/or from wheelchair or stretcher
Respond to STAR codes by transporting patient lift equipment and assisting nursing staff, as needed
Provide assistance to units by cleaning equipment and stocking supplies
Partner with a service-oriented attitude, professional integrity, and solid decision-making capacities
Effectively prioritize and apply organization and flexibility to your work duties
Requirements
High school graduate or equivalent preferred
Current BLS Certification
Successful completion of in-house training program on patient lift and mobility within 6 months of placement in job
One (1) year of previous transport or related healthcare experience preferred
May require certifications based on hospital needs
About Yakima Memorial Hospital
MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital has served the Yakima Valley since 1950. This 226-bed, not-for-profit hospital features a multispecialty team across 20+ primary and specialty care locations, providing cardiac care, cancer care, pediatric trauma care, hospice and advanced care for children with special health needs. Clinicians here care for a diverse patient population and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment where teams are valued and patients are grateful.
About the Yakima Community
Yakima enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year and a valley setting surrounded by desert hills and mountains. The area offers endless outdoor activities, from hiking, mountain biking and fishing to skiing, rafting and camping. Residents also enjoy rivers, lakes and scenic trails just minutes from home, along with a lower cost of living and a welcoming community
perfect for those who love an active outdoor lifestyle.
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $22.79 - $31.27 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.