PRN: Patient Transporter

University Hospitals; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated transport personnel to ensure safe and efficient movement of patients and equipment. In this vital role, you will interact with patients, assist in training new hires, and communicate effectively with various departments. Your responsibilities will include data entry and using transport equipment, all while adhering to safety protocols. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a healthcare setting, ensuring that patient needs are met with care and professionalism. If you are passionate about patient care and teamwork, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• High School Equivalent / GED is required for this role.
• Basic patient care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist in training new hires and communicate transport needs.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Knowledge of transport equipment

Data entry

Education

High School Equivalent / GED

Tools

Tele-Tracking System

Job description

What You Will Do

• Provides safe efficient transport of patients, equipment, and miscellaneous supplies.
• Performs transport duties as needed and assist in training new hires.
• Communicates with other departments to assess their transport needs.
• Required to interact with patients and customers to ensure patient/Customers’ needs are met.
• Must be oriented to physical layout of the hospital and locations of patient testing areas.
• Performs data entry and receives dispatch information via Tele-Tracking System.
• Must use proper body mechanics for lifting and/or moving patients.
• Understands and uses the Patient Identification and Alert Process.
• Must pass fit testing for N95 mask.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

• High School Equivalent / GED (Required)

Work Experience

• less than 1 year Basic patient care experience (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge and handling of transport equipment (beds, wheelchairs, carts, oxygen) (Preferred proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) (Preferred)

Physical Demands

• Standing Constantly
• Walking Constantly
• Sitting Rarely
• Lifting Constantly 50 lbs
• Carrying Constantly 50 lbs
• Pushing Constantly 50 lbs
• Pulling Constantly 50 lbs
• Climbing Constantly 50 lbs
• Balancing Constantly
• Stooping Constantly
• Kneeling Constantly
• Crouching Constantly
• Crawling Constantly
• Reaching Constantly
• Handling Constantly
• Grasping Constantly
• Feeling Constantly
• Talking Constantly
• Hearing Frequently
• Repetitive Motions Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

• 10%