Patient Transport Tech - PRN

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking a Patient Transport Tech - PRN to ensure safe and timely transport of patients throughout our facilities. This entry-level position requires effective communication and critical thinking skills, along with the ability to handle high-stress situations in a healthcare environment. Join us to contribute to patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required within 30 days of hire date.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and critical-thinking skills.
• Experience in a high-stress clinical environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from nursing units, ensuring safety.
• Assist with medical emergencies and manage patient flow.
• Utilize critical-thinking skills during patient transport.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Critical Thinking

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

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The Patient Transport Tech I transports patients with an automated external defibrillator (AED) to and from nursing units in support of direct patient care. Responds to and assists with medical emergencies and Telemetry messages from cardiac monitoring devices in order to notify clinicians or technologists appropriately. Transports cardiac patients and reacts to radiology/non-radiology treatment/procedural areas, and cardiac units. Delivers specimens, medications and medical equipment throughout the organization. Provides assistance by managing patient flow to the Emergency Department and Bed Management to prevent and relieve diversions and high census. Ensures patient safety utilizing Behavior Expectation for Error Prevention (BEEP) tools. Works collaboratively with fellow team members to provide a safe, caring, respectful and comfortable experience for all. Assists with emergency medical responses.

Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Hire

CPR preferred

National Association of Healthcare Transport Management (NAHTM) Certified Healthcare Transporter (CHT) preferred

Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Continued Employment

CPR certification required within 30 days of hire date

National Association of Healthcare Transport Management (NAHTM) Certified Healthcare Transporter (CHT) preferred

Experience REQUIRED

Previous experience using a personal computer and various software applications, including Microsoft, e-mail, etc.

Strong communication, interpersonal, and critical-thinking skills.

Experience PREFERRED

One (1) year previous work experience in a healthcare setting and/or in customer service

Previous experience in intense and high-stress clinical environments and/or situations

Education/training REQUIRED

High school graduate or equivalent

Education/training PREFERRED

Post High School courses from an accredited program, in an allied health or healthcare-related field

Independent Action(s) Required

Uses critical-thinking skills to recognize changes in a patient’s baseline status before and during transport, which may include medical emergencies.

Recognizes changes in a patient’s baseline status before transporting.

Interacts effectively with nursing units, physicians, technologists and patients.

Documents specimen and medical equipment inventories.

Efficiently utilizes Tele Tracking XT, Cerner, Epic, MX-40, bed exit alarm, Power chart, Orchestrate, Vocera and iPhone for direct patient care.

Follows hospital and departmental policies.

Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.

Supervisory Responsibilities (if Applicable)

N/A

Additional Position Requirements

Must be prepared to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, extended hours and during inclement weather to ensure patient flow and throughput.

Employee is subject to outside environment conditions when providing requested services.

Age Specific Groups Served

All

Physical Requirements (includes Use Of Assistance Devices As Appropriate)

Physical: Lifting up to 35 lbs.

Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Walking (distance)

Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical Thinking

Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent change

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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