Transporter

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital is seeking a Patient Transport Associate to move patients and visitors between clinics and nursing units, under the supervision of the Patient Escort Supervisor. The role emphasizes safety, patient comfort, and clear communication.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR certification, basic computer skills, and strong teamwork. The position requires standing, walking, bending, and lifting, with shift work including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• CPR certification required or preferred.
• Effective communication and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients and visitors to and from clinics and nursing units within the hospital.
• Identifies patients using two identifiers and follows hand-off communication policy.
• Maintains patient safety during transport and uses correct body mechanics.
• Follows department guidelines and routes to ensure timely patient delivery.
• Maintains patient comfort and security during transport and communicates with patients.

Skills

CPR certified

Effective communication

Team player

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Under the direction of the supervisor or lead person transports patients and visitors of all ages to and from various clinics and nursing units within the hospital as requested

SUPERVISION

Reports directly to the Patient Escort Supervisor

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Adheres to LCMH policies to properly identify patients using 2 patient identifiersAdheres to hand off communication policyMaintains patient safety by correctly securing patients on transfer deviceUtilizes proper body mechanics when transporting patientsKnowledge of hospitalclinic layout and utilizes safest and most expedient route for patients deliveryMaintains direct communication with the patient while transporting to ensure patient comfort and securityPrioritizes transport requestsAssists in mail collection andor delivery when duties allowThe above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or equivalent preferredCPR certifiedBasic computer skillsEffective communication skills solid team player and a commitment to providing excellent patient service and professionalism

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work Environment Work requires a variety of physical activities including standing and walking for long periods of time bending stooping and lifting The work environment may be physically confining Visual acuity is required for a variety of specific activities Must have normal hearing Ability to do shift work as required on weekdays weekends and holidays Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

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