Patient Transporter Per Diem Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami, FL

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Patient Transporter to join their team. This role is crucial in ensuring patients are transferred safely and efficiently within the hospital while providing exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will engage in efforts to enhance patient satisfaction and operational efficiency, all while adhering to the highest standards of care. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient experiences in a renowned eye institute. If you are compassionate, reliable, and eager to contribute to a vibrant healthcare community, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Tuition Remission

Competitive Salaries

Qualifications

• High School diploma required with no experience necessary.
• Ability to handle patients and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely and efficiently within the facility.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

Skills

Customer Service

Patient Handling

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Time Management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Patient Transporter Per Diem Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami, FL

Patient Transporter Per Diem Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami, FL

Apply locations Miami, FL time type Part time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id R100083440

The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, has an opportunity for a Per Diem Patient Transporter in Miami, Florida.

The Patient Transporter transfers patients to and from various areas of the assigned facilities while providing exceptional customer service. Additionally, the Patient Transporter engages in efforts to improve patient satisfaction, clinical outcomes, and operational efficiency, and ensures all required policies and procedures are complied with.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Retrieves medical records, laboratory results, supplies, and medications.
• Notifies nursing staff when patient is leaving the unit and when patient returns back to the unit.
• Ensures that patient’s chart is alongside when being transported.
• Assures all transports are completed within the assigned time parameters.
• Collects all specimens and blood products and safely delivers to appropriate department.
• Checks all oxygen cylinders prior to transport to assure tanks are full and are in safe condition.
• Checks accurately in and out of the patient transport system.
• Performs supply restocking of assigned area(s).
• Gathers, cleans, and disinfects patient care equipment and all other reusable items.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School diploma or equivalent

Experience: No experience required

Additional Department Specific Duties

• Transport patients within the different areas of the hospital.
• Assists the nursing and surgical professional staff in care of the patient and in maintaining a safe and clean environment under the direction of the nursing staff, charge nurse, nurse manager, and director of the department.
• Pick up and transfer patients using the appropriate operational procedures and customer service standards.
• Use the standard greeting in every contact with patient. Transfer patients cautiously and safely.
• Interact with patients in a respectful manner, following the appropriate face to face standards.
• Monitor the availability of equipment (wheelchairs, stretchers, chair-beds, batteries) and report needs to the charge nurse.
• Daily maintenance and cleaning, re-stocking of equipment and supplies.
• Comply with Infection Control Standards required for patient transportation.
• Pick up and deliver diverse items (such as medications from Pharmacy, lab specimens, implants, instruments, etc.) to and from other facilities or destinations maintaining the appropriate operational procedures and customer service standards.
• Maintain professional behavior while executing all duties, following the appropriate face to face standards.
• Handle diverse items with care and responsibility. Daily cleaning of assigned areas.
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions provided in written, oral or schedule form.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as assignment boards, patient IDs and identify the correct patient’s chart based on 2 patient identifiers, procedure manuals, and safety rules.
• Ability to write routine logs.
• Ability to effectively respond to questions from patients and employees.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with everyday issues.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to interact and communicate with diverse population.
• Ability to communicate in a manner which shows empathy for patients.
• Ability to interact with patients of different age groups.
• Capability to move 120 pounds or more on chair beds or stretchers.
• Capability to stand or walk for long periods.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status: Part time

Employee Type: Temporary-Intermittent

Pay Grade: H1

About Us

The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers.

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults.

The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022.

Transforming lives

With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.

The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value.