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Houston, TX
Source: MD Anderson Cancer Center careers · View original posting
From MD Anderson Cancer Center's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston is one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research,educationand prevention. It was named the nation's No. 1 hospital for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report's 2025-2026 rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centersdesignatedby the National Cancer Institute.
The Department of Patient Transportation at MD Anderson Cancer Center is an essential partner in delivering compassionate, timely, and efficient mobility services throughout the institution. Our team ensures that every patient experiences smooth, professional, and supportive transitions between appointments, procedures, and care areas. By upholding the highest standards of service, we directly contribute to the hospital's mission to eliminate cancer through exceptional patient care.
The primary purpose of the Patient Escort position is to safely and efficiently transport patients, specimens, medical records/films, and shrouded bodies of deceased patients throughout the institution. This role is also responsible for rounding up and maintaining departmental equipment. Patient Escorts are expected to consistently demonstrate professional conduct and provide courteous, compassionate customer service always.
The ideal candidate will have at least one year of healthcare or customer service experience.
The first six weeks of employment will be spent in training. You must attend the following mandatory training schedule: Week 1 7:30am - 4:00pm / Week 2 thru 6 at 9:45am to 6:15pm.
Operational Shifts
:(working alternating weekends and holidays is required)
5:00pm - 1:30am
Hourly breakdown of salary range:
Minimum $18.00 - Midpoint $20.54 - Maximum $23.07
I. Patient Care
II. Equipment Care
III. Certification and Training
This position may require transporting patients suspected or confirmed to have COVID-19. Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be provided. A respirator fit test is required, and proper fitting may require trimming or removal of facial hair to ensure an adequate seal.
This position involves the following working conditions:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The frequency of physical requirements is defined as:
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
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MD Anderson Cancer Center · Houston, TX
MD Anderson Cancer Center · Houston, TX
MD Anderson Cancer Center · Houston, TX
MD Anderson Cancer Center · Houston, TX
MD Anderson Cancer Center · Houston, TX
MD Anderson Cancer Center · Houston, TX