This is the first level of a two-level series. It is distinguished from the higher level by the absence of responsibility for the transportation of patients. This position is responsible for transporting medical equipment, mail, labs, blood products and supplies to and from various locations within the OHSU environment. This transporting work is completed using the Teletracking transportation software and the current technology used to obtain transportation jobs.

• Transports medical equipment, mail, labs, blood products and supplies to and from various locations within the OHSU environment. These locations are, but not limited to: nursing units, diagnostic areas, clinics, exam rooms, operating rooms, laboratories, morgue or offices.

• Operates elevators for patient and equipment movement. Relieves elevator operators for breaks.

• Cleans and disinfects transportation medical equipment: stretchers, wheelchairs, morgue carts, HoverMatts, pillows and utility transport carts

• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED.

• Ability to safely transfer equipment, supplies, specimens and blood.

• Must be responsible and properly trained in the transportation of bio-hazardous items within 90 days of hire. 

  • In-house biohazardous items handling 
  • Other compass modules as assigned

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies):

• Must have a positive and pleasant attitude
• Ability to prioritize daily tasks to maximize efficiency and patient experience 
• Ability to multitask and function in stressful situations 
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English

• Healthcare or hospital experience.
• Experience in safe transporting of specimens, blood products, equipment and supplies

• Risk of exposure to infectious disease, blood, body fluids and/or tissue as well as other unpleasant elements such as accidents, injuries and illness.
• Risk of exposure to and be required to handle varying unpredictable, emergency and crisis situations.
• Risk of exposure to frustrated or violent patients
• PPE when necessary: gloves, mask, gown, bonnet, and shoe covers
• Work holidays
• Position is considered an essential role in hospital operations and providing/supporting patient care.

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.