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Job Summary
Summary:Responsible for overseeing and managing the central transportation department within clinic.
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions:
-Supervise and provide leadership to the central transport team, including transporters and support staff.
-Recruit, train, and evaluate transport personnel, ensuring their compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
-Develop work schedules, assign duties, and monitor performance to ensure timely and efficient transportation operations.
-Coordinate and schedule transportation requests from various departments within the healthcare facility.
-Prioritize and allocate resources to meet transportation needs, including patients, medical equipment, supplies, and other materials.
-Ensure that transportation services are provided promptly and accurately.
Qualifications
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Bachelor's Degree Health Administration preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience Experience in transportation services, logistics, or a related field, preferably in a healthcare setting. 2-3 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Strong leadership and managerial skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team. - Knowledge of transportation regulations, safety protocols, and best practices. - Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with various stakeholders. - Proficiency in using transportation management software and related technologies. - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Occasionally (3-33%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Occasionally (3-33%) Reaching Occasionally (3-33%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
75 Francis Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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