Patient Transporter - PT - Days - MHW

Memorial Healthcare System; Pembroke Pines (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Pembroke Pines is seeking a Patient Transport Associate to ensure safe and timely transportation of patients and equipment throughout the facility. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to patient safety. A High School diploma is required, along with the ability to obtain BLS certification shortly after hire.

Benefits

Health benefits

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Requires High School diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification is required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients and equipment throughout the facility.
• Assists patients with entering and exiting vehicles.
• Delivers equipment to requesting staff or department.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patient Safety

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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Location:

Pembroke Pines, Florida

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary

Transports patients, and equipment throughout the facility.

Responsibilities

Assists staff with lift assists and repositioning of patients when needed.Assists patients with entering and exiting vehicles, including transfer from or to wheelchairs or stretchers.Transports patients via wheelchair, stretcher, bed or neuro chair to designated sites as requested, including patients with oxygen tanks, intravenous pumps, drips, monitors, and other equipment.Greets and provides information and direction to patients and visitors.Delivers equipment to requesting staff or department. Assists staff with removal of deceased bodies from units and transport to morgue.

Competencies

ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PATIENT SAFETY - ANCILLARY/SUPPORT, PATIENT TRANSPORT, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR, TEAM WORK

Education And Certification Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)

Additional Job Information

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: No experience required. ** ** New Hires have 30 days to obtain their BLS Certification Additional Credential Info: Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Bending and Stooping = 60%
• Climbing = 40%
• Keyboard Entry = 20%
• Kneeling = 40%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 20%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Reaching = 60%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 60%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60%
• Running = 40%
• Sitting = 20%
• Squatting = 40%
• Standing = 60%
• Walking = 60%
• Audible Speech = 60%
• Hearing Acuity = 60%
• Smelling Acuity = 0%
• Taste Discrimination = 0%
• Depth Perception = 60%
• Distinguish Color = 60%
• Seeing - Far = 60%
• Seeing - Near = 60%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%
• Asbestos = 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 40%
• Dust = 40%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 40%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 20%
• Hazardous Medication = 20%
• Latex = 40%
• Computer Monitor = 60%
• Domestic Animals = 40%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 40%
• Fire Risk = 20%
• Hazardous Noise = 0%
• Heating Devices = 20%
• Hypoxia = 0%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
• Magnetic Fields = 60%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
• Potential Electric Shock = 20%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 20%
• Radiation = 40%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 40%
  
  

Shift

Days

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law.

We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.

Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.

If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email [e-mail]

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