Patient Transporter - Full-Time - Shadyside

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Transporters to join their team in a vital role within the Transportation Services Department. This full-time position involves safely transporting patients and equipment while ensuring a high standard of care and interaction. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment, walking approximately seven miles daily and engaging positively with patients and staff. If you are passionate about patient care and looking to make a difference in a supportive healthcare setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to transport patients and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Experience with EKG operations and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and equipment throughout the hospital safely and efficiently.
• Perform EKGs and assist with patient care.

Skills

Patient Interaction

Equipment Handling

Electrocardiogram (EKG) Operation

Time Management

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Electrocardiographic Management Systems

Job description

UPMC Shadyside is hiring full-time Transporters to support the daily operations of the Transportation Services Department located in Shadyside, PA. The shifts and days for these positions will vary.

The Transporters will be responsible for safely and efficiently transporting patients and equipment throughout the hospital, in accordance with established policies and procedures. This fast-paced role involves walking approximately seven miles daily while interacting with patients and contributing to their quality of care.

Responsibilities

1. Perform duties in accordance with system-wide competencies and behaviors.
2. Perform other duties as assigned.
3. Acquire electrocardiograms (EKGs) compatible with the electrocardiographic management system for nursing units, recognize and resolve computer error messages, and assist other departments in this regard.
4. Adjust equipment and controls based on physician orders to establish protocols.
5. Attach electrodes to patients, connect to EKG leads, and operate the EKG machine to obtain readings.
6. Deliver supplies, equipment, medication, and other materials to patient units and designated areas safely, timely, and accurately, ensuring proper medication handoff with nurses.
7. Interact with electrocardiographic management systems (Clinicpac, Medipac) via terminal to manage patient charges, verify or correct demographic information, and retrieve EKGs as requested.
8. Keep patients physically and emotionally relaxed during EKG recordings, maintaining courteous, tactful, and professional interactions.
9. Maintain a positive attitude characterized by care, concern, and support for patients, visitors, staff, and coworkers, demonstrating behaviors aligned with Service Excellence standards.
10. Prioritize STAT electrocardiograms when requested, discussing patient conditions with unit staff to determine appropriate prioritization.
11. Safely transfer patients in and out of hospital beds.
12. Transport patients, equipment, supplies, specimens, and morgue patients via prescribed vehicles between units, treatment centers, and other areas, ensuring safety, timeliness, and accuracy.