Patient Companion

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking an experienced and compassionate Patient Companion to provide meaningful support to our patients and their families. The ideal candidate should be a highly organized individual with excellent communication skills who can assist with patient transport and other duties as needed. This position requires a deep commitment to providing excellent customer service and upholding the highest standards of the University of Kansas Health System. If you have a passion for helping others and want to contribute to the success of our team, we want to hear from you! Qualifications:• High school diploma or equivalent• Ability to speak, read, and write English• At least one year of experience working in a health care setting• Excellent customer service skills• Knowledge of medical terminology• Ability to push and pull up to 150 pounds• Ability to stand and sit for extended periods of time• Ability to navigate stairs and elevators• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen

Responsibilities:

1. Provide meaningful support to patients and their families.
2. Assist with patient transport and other duties as needed.
3. Provide excellent customer service and uphold the highest standards of the University of Kansas Health System.
4. Speak, read, and write English.
5. Possess knowledge of medical terminology.
6. Push and pull up to 150 pounds.
7. Stand and sit for extended periods of time.
8. Navigate stairs and elevators.
9. Pass a background check and drug screen.
10. Perform any other duties as assigned.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Patient Companion in Kansas City, KS, USA is between $22,000 and $36,000 per year. This range includes base salary, bonus, overtime, and any other compensation that may be applicable. It is important to note that salaries may vary depending on the industry, experience, and qualifications of the individual.

The University of Kansas Health System, commonly known as KU Med and formerly known as The University of Kansas Hospital, is a nonprofit, academic medical center located in Kansas City, Kansas, United States, with branch hospitals and education centers in Topeka, Kansas, Great Bend, Kansas, and Lawrence, Kansas. It is the region's only nationally verified Level I Trauma Center. In 1998, it became an independent entity that receives no funding from the state of Kansas. The hospital is affiliated with the University of Kansas Medical Center, which comprises the schools of medicine, nursing and allied health. The University of Kansas Health System combines education, research and patient care. Physicians represent more than 200 specialties.