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Radiology Transporter (Full-Time | 12:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.) Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center (AVRMC) is seeking a dependable, compassionate Radiology Transporter to join our Diagnostic Imaging team in La Junta, Colorado. This position plays an important role in the patient experience by providing safe, timely transportation and support for patients receiving imaging services. The Radiology Transporter works closely with technologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals while assisting with patient transfers, positioning, department operations, and clerical support duties.
Schedule Full-time evening
12:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Rotating days of the week May include weekends and holidays
& Responsibilities Safely transport patients throughout the hospital using wheelchairs, stretchers, or hospital beds. Verify patient identity, destination, and readiness prior to transport. Assist with patient transfers and repositioning using approved equipment and safe patient handling techniques.
Support Radiology staff with patient positioning under the direction of a technologist. Transport patients with approved clinical equipment such as oxygen, IV pumps, urinary catheters, drains, and telemetry after confirmation from qualified clinical personnel. Monitor patients for visible distress, equipment alarms, or safety concerns and promptly seek clinical assistance when needed.
Provide clear and effective patient handoffs to receiving staff. Maintain patient privacy, dignity, comfort, and safety throughout the transport process. Assist with room turnover, including changing linens and cleaning designated equipment and surfaces.
Stock and distribute linens, supplies, forms, and approved equipment. Deliver properly packaged specimens, records, forms, images, and other authorized materials. Assist with scheduling, registration, telephone communications, appointment reminder calls, and other clerical functions as assigned.
Complete Radiologic Technologist Assistant duties following required training and competency validation. Provide patient transport support throughout the hospital as departmental needs allow. Adhere to infection prevention, fall prevention, patient privacy, MRI safety, and equipment safety standards.
Perform other duties consistent with training, demonstrated competency, and assigned responsibilities.
High school diploma or equivalent. Current BLS certification or approved equivalent. Previous healthcare or patient handling experience.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally and compassionately with patients, families, and healthcare staff. Ability to safely operate wheelchairs, stretchers, hospital beds, and patient-handling equipment following training. Ability to perform a physically active role involving frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, transferring, and repositioning patients.
Ability to successfully complete AVRMC orientation, safety education, and competency validation requirements.
Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification. Previous experience transporting or assisting patients in a hospital or healthcare setting. Experience with patient scheduling, registration, telephone communication, or electronic health record (EHR) systems.
What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is patient-focused, safety-conscious, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Successful team members communicate calmly, adapt to changing priorities, and recognize when to seek assistance to ensure the safety of both patients and staff.
AVRMC? Make a meaningful impact on the patient care experience. Work alongside a collaborative and supportive Diagnostic Imaging team.
Gain exposure to inpatient, outpatient, emergency, surgical, and procedural services. Develop additional skills through Radiologic Technologist Assistant training opportunities. Serve patients and families throughout southeastern Colorado.
Enjoy the opportunity to grow your healthcare career within a respected community hospital. Benefits & Perks Health & Wellness Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Full-Time) Life Insurance (Full-Time) Short-Term Disability Coverage (Full-Time) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Full-Time & Part-Time) Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance (Full-Time) Employee Wellness Programs (All Statuses) Gym Membership Discount (Part-Time & Full-Time) Employee Assistance Program (All Statuses) Financial Benefits Competitive Pay (All Statuses) Shift Differentials (All Statuses) Annual Salary Increase Opportunities (All Statuses) Generous Paid Time Off (Full-Time & Part-Time) 401(k) Retirement Plan (available immediately for eligible employees), Employer Match after 1 Year of Service Additional Advantages Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer (All Statuses) Colorado FAMLI Program Participation (All Statuses) (Up to 12–16 weeks of paid leave for qualifying life events) Identity Theft Protection (Full-Time & Part-Time) Rewards & Recognition Programs (All Statuses) Cafeteria Meal Discounts (All Statuses) Ready to Apply?
We're excited that you are considering a career with AVRMC. Join our mission to provide extraordinary care—because every role matters.
$17.02 - $25.53 per hour
About the role
This position plays an important role in the patient experience by providing safe, timely transportation and support for patients receiving imaging services. The Radiology Transporter works closely with technologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals while assisting with patient transfers, positioning, department operations, and clerical support duties.