Transporter | PRN

Lake Charles Memorial Health System; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking a Patient Transporter to move patients and visitors between clinics and nursing units within the hospital. You will follow safety procedures, use proper transfer devices, and keep patients comfortable during transit.

The role requires good communication, teamwork, and the ability to navigate the hospital efficiently. Shift work, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays, may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Effective communication and teamwork are essential.
• Strong commitment to patient service and professionalism.
• Ability to work with diverse ages and conditions.
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, and assist patients.

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 policies.
• Maintains patient safety by securing patients on transfer devices and using proper body mechanics.
• Navigates hospital layout to deliver patients efficiently and safely.
• Maintains patient contact to ensure comfort and security during transport.
• Prioritizes transport requests and assists with mail delivery when possible.

Skills

Effective communication

Team player

Patient service oriented

Stamina/physical fitness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR certified

Job description

• 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.

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 identifiers.
• Adheres to hand off communication policy.
• Maintains patient safety by correctly securing patients on transfer device.
• Utilizes proper body mechanics when transporting patients.
• Knowledge of hospital/clinic layout and utilizes safest and most expedient route for patients delivery.
• Maintains direct communication with the patient while transporting to ensure patient comfort and security.
• Prioritizes transport requests.
• Assists in mail collection and/or delivery when duties allow.

The 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 preferred
• CPR certified
• Basic computer skills.
• Effective 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.

“Experience Memorial” is more than a slogan, it’s the care we provide our patients and it’s the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.

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