Description
Summary:
Transports patients to their inpatient bed and/or to and from other areas such as admitting, surgery, therapy or radiology in a safe and timely manner. Retrieves medical records, lab results, supplies and medications as required. Prioritizes duties to facilitate department flow. Maintains and cleans equipment.
Responsibilities:
- Transports patients safely between hospital departments for procedures, testing, admissions, and discharges.
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Assists patients onto stretchers, wheelchairs, or beds and ensures safe positioning during transport.
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Communicates with nursing and clinical staff to coordinate patient transport requests.
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Ensures patient identification is verified prior to transport according to established procedures.
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Transports medical equipment, supplies, and other materials as needed.
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Monitors patient comfort and safety during transport and reports concerns to clinical staff.
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Maintains cleanliness and readiness of transport equipment including wheelchairs and stretchers.
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Follows infection control procedures and safety protocols.
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Maintains courteous and professional communication with patients, families, and staff.
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Assists with maintaining an organized and safe patient transport environment.
Requirements:
Education/Skills
- High School Diploma or GED required, or
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In lieu of a High School Diploma or GED, two (2) years of relevant work experience above the minimum qualification
Experience
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in healthcare support, patient transport, customer service, or a related service role preferred.
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Ability to safely transport patients using wheelchairs, stretchers, and hospital beds.
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Knowledge of basic patient safety and handling techniques.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with patients and healthcare staff.
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Ability to follow safety procedures and patient identification protocols.
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Ability to respond calmly and appropriately in a healthcare environment.
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Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
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Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and professional conduct.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Full Time