Orderly

UVM Health; Burlington (VT); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Health is seeking a Patient Support Orderly to assist nursing and testing units with patient-related activities in Burlington, VT. Responsibilities include transporting patients and equipment, aiding with lifting and traction setups, and ensuring that required supplies and tools are ready for use.

CPR/AED training and MOAB training are part of the role’s onboarding; the hospital supports completion within specified timeframes and emphasizes patient safety and efficient unit flow.

Qualifications

• CPR/AED certification preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients, patient items and clinical equipment.
• Assist with lifting/boosting of patients and setup of traction.
• Provide support across nursing units and testing areas for patient care activities.
• Prepare and deliver equipment properly cleaned and maintained.

Skills

CPR/AED training

Patient care

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Patient Support Orderly provides assistance to all nursing and testing units and other hospital areas for patient related activities including but not limited to: transportation of patients, patient items and clinical equipment, lifting/boosting of patients, setting up traction and other direct care activities as trained. These include but not limited to: ECG's, Code Blue, Code 8, other emergencies, and Post Mortem care and transport. The Patient Support Orderly is responsible for assuring that equipment needed by the nursing units is properly assembled, cleaned, maintained and delivered.

EDUCATION:

High School graduate or equivalent

EXPERIENCE:

CPR and AED Training/Certification, and/or previous patient care experience preferred. CPR/AED training will be scheduled within the first 60 days from hire date. Must attend and complete MOAB training within the first 6 months from hire date.