Transportation Supervisor

LOCATION: JOHN H. STROGER, JR. HOSPITAL

DEPARTMENT: TRANSPORTATION

SHIFT: 7AM-3PM

PLEASE BE ADVISED that this This job posting is ONLY for Agency Contract Workers who are currently working at CCH. You will be eligible for the position, location, department, and shift in which you are currently placed.

Please note that external applicants or individuals not currently under contract at CCH are not eligible for this opportunity.

By applying, you acknowledge that your application will be considered solely based on your current contract placement at CCH.

Job Summary AFSCME 1111

Responsible for seeing that the operation of the Department of Transportation runs smoothly in a designated area of the hospital. Resolves operational problems within his/her area. Must have knowledge of Department policies and procedures. Maintain liaison with several supervisory personnel in other areas regarding the transportation. Must have knowledge of various test areas.

Typical Duties

* Makes out daily work assignments.

* Schedules lunch and break periods.

* Makes rounds daily, at least twice.

* Prepares daily report.

* Submits absenteeism report monthly.

* Gives report of any nature of relieving Supervisor or Dispatcher in absence of Supervisor.

* Notifies timekeepers of any change made on employee timecards.

* Assists in the coordination of service rendered by other departments.

* Confers with Dispatchers and Transporters to correct failure or laps in work performance.

* Schedule employees for vacation and special time off.

* Submits daily and/or weekly administrative functions performed.

* Ensures that Unusual Occurrence reports and completed when indicated.

* Assists in orientation of new employees.

* Communicates with Patient Service and/or Nursing Coordinators regarding patient transportation functions.

* Performs all other duties required.

* High School Diploma or GED equivalent

* Two (2) years of in-patient transportation experience

* One (1) year of supervisory experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

* Knowledge of Department policies and procedures

* Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office

* Training skills in the area of patient transport

* Must be skillful in writing reports

* Must be computer literate

* Ability to type

* Ability to supervise subordinates efficiently

Physical and Environmental Demands

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.

For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

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When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service

To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

• Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
• Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
• Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable

OR

• A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/

Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.

*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER