Transporter | PACU | PRN

University of Florida Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is seeking a Transporter to ensure safe and efficient patient transportation throughout the hospital. This role involves direct patient interaction, requiring excellent care and attention to detail, while maintaining a supportive environment for both patients and staff. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma and necessary certifications to provide high-quality service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Completion of NAPPI training within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provides efficient transportation for patients using wheelchairs and stretchers.
• Reports to the primary nurse and ensures proper patient identification.
• Demonstrates knowledge of oxygen tank use and supports patients' needs.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Transporter provides safe, timely, and courteous transportation for patients to and from designated areas of the hospital.

Responsibilities

• Provides efficient transportation for patients both to and from requesting service areas. Uses wheelchairs, stretchers, beds in an appropriate fashion. Assists patient in and out of wheelchair and stretchers using proper wheel locking procedures. Cleans wheelchairs and stretchers and reports needed repairs to supervisor.
• Reports to the primary nurse for all transfers in/out of unit and replaces chart or other paper work in appropriate manner. Informs nursing staff that patient has been returned to room before leaving unit.
• Demonstrates knowledge of oxygen tank use/storage and IV pumps/poles. Uses proper lifting techniques as demonstrated in annual body mechanics in-service.
• Respectfully transports expired patients to morgue.
• Coordinates the selection and use of supplies, minor equipment, X-Rays, reports, and files between departmental units as needed. Coordinates schedules of equipment and personnel and maintains an efficient workflow.
• Provides care based on knowledge of physical, psychosocial, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned area (pediatric, adult, geriatric). Establishes eye contact with patients, smiles, initiates appropriate conversation. Always confirms patient identity by armband check.

Qualifications

High School Diploma/Equivalent is required.

BLS, provided by American Heart Association (AHA), required within 30 days of hire.

Completion of NAPPI training (Non-Abusive Psychological & Physical Intervention) within 90 days of

employment; annual recertification will be required thereafter.