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The Director of Patient Transportation and Observation leads and manages both patient transport and observation programs within a healthcare facility ensuring safe, efficient, and compassionate service that supports high standards of care and patient experience. This role oversees operations, financial performance, staff development, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance, fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and service excellence.
Job Responsibility:
Plan, organize, and direct departmental functions, setting clear standards for performance, compliance, and service quality
Lead, train, and develop supervisors and frontline associates — including transporters, patient observers, dispatchers, and related personnel — fostering engagement and continuous improvement
Coordinate closely with nursing, clinical, and support departments to ensure alignment of transport and observation services with patient care needs and hospital objectives
Oversee the accuracy and timeliness of data, reporting, and communication between departmental staff and clinical teams
Maintain financial accountability, including the preparation, monitoring, and analysis of departmental budgets
ensure operations remain within established labor and expense targets
Monitor departmental performance metrics
analyze operational data to identify trends, drive efficiency, and implement improvements
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including Federal, State, JCAHO, OSHA, and CDC requirements
Develop and maintain strong relationships with hospital leadership, clinical partners, and clients to ensure satisfaction, responsiveness, and alignment of service priorities
Manage adjacent or support service programs, such as patient lift, courier, valet, or shuttle operations, where applicable
Promote a positive, safety-driven culture that emphasizes professionalism, teamwork, and compassionate patient care
Requirements:
Four-year college degree in business, healthcare administration, hospitality management, business, or a related field required
equivalent relevant experience considered
Previous healthcare experience or relevant management experience preferred
Experience managing frontline associates in healthcare, hospitality, or similar service-oriented industries required
Strong customer service background and demonstrated relationship management experience
Proven ability to motivate and inspire team members to optimize performance and effectively execute the department’s business model
Accountability for managing non-complex labor budgets and supporting financial performance goals
Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills with the ability to balance competing priorities
Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills, especially in high-volume or time-sensitive situations
Public speaking and presentation abilities for client interaction, leadership communication, and staff engagement
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and operational management software platforms