Messenger Transporter – NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital *P/T 20 hrs per week Friday 4:00PM – 8:00PM, Saturday & Sunday 4:00PM – 12:00AM*

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is one of the nation’s leading orthopedic and rheumatologic, specialty hospitals dedicated to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The hospital provides some of the most advanced orthopedic programs in the region for musculoskeletal disorders and the largest pediatric orthopedic program in New York City. The hospital is consistently ranked among the leading orthopedic centers nationwide by U.S. News and World Report. Our expert physicians combine extensive experience and research with the latest technology for bone and joint problems that affect patient’s ability to function. We specialize in the following areas: Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Neurology, and Radiology. At NYU Langone Health, equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace diversity, inclusion, and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. Learn more about NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, and interact with us on  LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.

Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Messenger Transporter.

In this role, the transporter/runner provides patient transportation services via bed stretcher or wheelchair to all areas within the Medical Center.

Job Responsibilities:

• Greets patient in a polite manner. Kind to all patients. Assists in the transferring of patients from their beds onto stretchers or wheelchairs, and vice-versa. Assists patients who may be ambulatory to the area that they are being taken. Walks along the side of the patient when escorting ambulatory patients. Verifies patient identification to ensure that correct patient is being transported. Pushes stretchers and wheelchairs at a pace that is safe for the patient and others. Confirms ticket to ride is available and complete. Secures patient and any accompanying equipment appropriate for transport.Transports all patients to the exact destination, on a timely basis, as instructed by the Dispatcher. Notifies person(s) receiving the patient of his/her arrival.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates reliability by maintaining a good attendance/punctuality record. Adheres to departmental guidelines regarding use of and proper notification in connection with time off. Adheres to Employee Health requirements for an annual health assessment, including TB screening and proof of all required immunizations. Maintains a professional appearance; wears identification badge at all times while at the Medical Center.
• Notifies the Dispatcher in the event that there are any problems when picking up or delivering a patient(s). Utilizes the Patient Tracking Software/program via beeper and telephone system. Utilizes delay codes appropriately. Verifies location to which patient must be transported and necessary medical equipment which must accompany the patient. Performs Sixty-Second Safety Inspection and cleans transportation equipment prior to using stretchers or wheelchairs. Denotes on their log sheet that this process has been completed for each transport. Ensures each patient has identification band and ticket to ride prior to performing any transport.

Additional Position Specific Responsibilities:
Position requires the ability to lift, push, pull, or move patients and equipment in excess of 150 pounds with or without the use of assistive devices.

Minimum Qualifications:
Must be able to speak, read, understand, and follow simple directions in English. Some motor dexterity is required. Good interpersonal skills are necessary.

Preferred Qualifications:
Position requires the ability to lift, push, pull, or move patients and equipment in excess of 150 pounds with or without the use of assistive devices.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $23.16 – $25.20 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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