Patient Transporter

Tenet Healthcare; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Career development

Job summary

Abrazo West Campus Hospital in Goodyear, AZ seeks a Transportation Aide responsible for moving patients, films, and reports between departments, and assisting in radiology front office.

The role requires accuracy, the ability to work under deadlines, and good communication with staff; CPR certification is required and prior radiology experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• CPR certification required
• Two years clinical radiology experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Transport patients, films, and reports between departments.
• Verify patient identity before transporting to radiology.
• Assist in radiology front office/reception tasks.
• Organize workload and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Suggest improvements to patient care and department operations.

Skills

Deadline management

Independent decision making

Accuracy

Interpersonal communication

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma

CPR Certification

Job description

Overview

Abrazo West Campus Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Abrazo West Campus, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Position performs activities related to transportation of patients as directed. Provides mail and messenger services, transports patients and delivers films and reports from department to department.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Proficiency in delivery of patients, films, reports etc. from department to department. Accountable and responsible for verification of proper patient identification before transporting a patient to the radiology department for testing. Follows proper protocol for filing and copying of films. Assist in radiology front office / reception work.
• Organization/Work Role: Assesses and prioritizes a rapidly changing workload. Completes work in a timely manner. Maintains a clean and orderly work environment. Shares responsibility for organizing supplies, tracking, stocking and storing equipment and keeping the department clean. Maintains a calm demeanor during busy or crisis situations. Asks for guidance or help when necessary.
• Professional: Actively participates in department management by providing input at meetings and reading communication. Practice is guided by knowledge of and adherence to current policies and procedures as well as standards of care. Uses policy and procedure manuals and other reference material to ensure proper course of action.
• Quality Improvement: Identifies, proposes solutions and assists in implementation of ideas for improvement in patient care and departmental / hospital operations. Participates in the successful implementation of change. Identifies opportunities and implements strategies to decrease waste in supplies and equipment. Assist in evaluation of new procedures, reagents and equipment.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Special Skills:
  • Must be able to work under deadlines.
  • Must be able to utilize independent decision making skills in a wide variety of situations.
  • Requires a high degree of accuracy in the performance of varied responsibilities.
  • Frequent contact with employees, physicians, customers, community individuals and volunteers.
  • Must be self-motivated to complete work in a timely manner to meet deadlines.
• Minimum Requirements:
  • Education: High School Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary.
  • Licensure/Certifications: CPR
• Preferred Requirements:
  • Experience: Two years clinical experience, preferably in hospital radiology setting.

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Organization Description

Abrazo West Campus is recognized for providing exceptional, comprehensive care to patients in West Valley communities. The 200-bed acute care hospital offers advanced services, including the da Vinci Xi surgical platform, Level I Trauma Center, Loop-X system, orthopedics, obstetrics and cardiovascular care.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

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