Patient Transporter

Davita Inc.; South Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in South Charleston is seeking a Patient Transport Aide to assist in transporting patients to and from diagnostic services. Ideal candidates should be high school graduates with CPR certification and a commitment to patient care. Key responsibilities include maintaining accurate records and ensuring patient safety during transport. The position requires physical stamina and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR certification must be obtained within 90 days.
• Completion of patient care aide training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients between various departments.
• Maintain accurate transport records.
• Demonstrate safety procedures for handling patients.

Skills

Communication

Basic knowledge of IVAC pumps and drainage devices

Proficiency with stretchers and wheelchairs

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

CPR certification within 90 days of hire

Successful completion of a patient care aide-training program

Job description

United States, West Virginia, South Charleston

Welcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position. Transports patients from various hospital departments to and from the Diagnostic Services Department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. High School graduate or equivalent

2. CPR certification within 90 days of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Successful completion of a patient care aide- training program or equivalent.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Maintains accurate records of patient transport to and from D.S. Department.

2. Utilizes RIS to properly check-in and check-out patients.

3. Demonstrates basic knowledge of IVAC pumps, drainage devices, catheters, restraints and oxygen tanks.

4. Demonstrates proficiency with regards to stretchers/carts, wheelchairs, O2 tanks, transfer devices and personal protective equipment.

5. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to communicate and provide a safe environment for infants, pediatric, Adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must be able to exert 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

2. Visual acuity must be within normal ranges.

3. Must be able to position, lift, move patients of all weights with varying amounts of assistance in a fair manner on a regular and recurring basis.

4. Frequent walking, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping and feeling are necessary body movements utilized in performing duties throughout the work shift.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Exposure to body fluids, human tissues, contagious diseases, sharps and explosive gases.

2. Exposure to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.

3. Exposure to high stress and constant interruptions.

4. Exposure to cleaning agents and disinfectants.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

24

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

THOM Thomas Hospitals

Cost Center:

151 THOM Radiology Diagnostic

Address:

4605 Maccorkle Ave SWSouth CharlestonWest Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.