Transporter-EKG Tech - Patient Transporation - Centerville - FT/Days

Kettering Health Network; Centerville (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Network is looking for a dedicated patient transporter to join their team at KH Washington Township. In this critical role, you will ensure safe transport of patients while assisting in technical EKG studies, embodying high standards of privacy and care. Ideal candidates will hold a high school diploma and have current BLS/CPR certification. This position requires participation in holiday and call rotations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS/CPR certification necessary.
• Available for holiday and call rotations.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely and with respect for privacy.
• Identifies patients correctly and transports using wheelchairs, carts, or beds.
• Conducts Non-Invasive cardiology studies (EKGs) as ordered.

Skills

Patient Transportation

Privacy and Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Campus Overview

Kettering Health Washington Township

• Kettering Health Washington Township, formerly Southview Medical Center, has served the South Dayton, Ohio suburbs including Centerville, Kettering, West Carrollton, Moraine, Miamisburg, Springboro, Bellbrook, and Waynesville for over 40 years.
• KH Washington Township is a 123 licensed-bed hospital and medical campus that is conveniently located off I-675.
• Our full-servicehospitalincludesmaternity care, emergency services,hand trauma center, and specialty serviceslocated within theadjacent medical offices.
• In 2020, KH Washington Township received an “A” from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.
• Received 5 Star Baby-Friendly Hospital status by the Ohio Hospital Association.

Responsibilities & Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Escorts/ Transports patients to/from nursing units, treatment and diagnostic areas safely and with respect for privacy and confidentiality as assigned.
• Correctly identifies patient, safely transports via wheelchair, cart or bed to the requested destination.
• Recognizes their limitations, and obtains additional information and assistance as needed
• Upon order, does technical work in the conducting of Non-Invasive cardiology studies (EKG's)on all patients.

Preferred Qualifications

Requirements:

• High School Dipoloma or equivalent
• BLS/CPR certificate
• Holiday rotation and call rotation required.