Patient Transporter

Abrazo Health; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Career development opportunities

Health Savings Accounts

Job summary

Abrazo West Campus Hospital is seeking a transportation specialist to move patients, films, and reports between departments, with emphasis on accuracy and safety. Responsibilities include verifying patient IDs, assisting in radiology front office, and maintaining a calm, organized workflow during busy periods.

The role supports department operations and quality improvement efforts, while adhering to established policies and procedures and providing dependable service to patients and staff.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• CPR certification required.
• Two years clinical radiology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients, films, and reports between departments as directed.
• Verify patient identification before transporting to radiology for testing.
• Assist radiology front office/reception tasks as needed.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness; manage supplies and equipment.
• Participate in department management and policy adherence.

Skills

Deadline-driven

Independent decision-making

Accuracy

Communication

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma

CPR

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.

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.

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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.

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• 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.

• 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