Ambassador - Patient Transport - Part-Time/PRN

University of Mississippi Medical Center • Jackson, MS

12d • Onsite

About The Position

To transport patients/visitors throughout the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC). Works with other hospital staff to ensure that patients’ needs are met. Ensures that all medical equipment necessary for transport is working properly.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or successful completion of project search internship.
• Written and verbal communications skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrates knowledge of proper administration of oxygen therapy and equipment functions during transports.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients/visitors/others from one location to another, communicating with dispatch to increase efficiency while monitoring and communicating patient status.
• Documents all activities on daily log to maintain statistics on patient tracking and time management.
• Ensures that medical equipment is clean and in proper working order prior to transporting and reports any problems/malfunctions.
• Ensures the safety and comfort of customer during transport by working with other hospital staff and by appropriate policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of proper administration of oxygen therapy and equipment functions during transports.
• Assists pathology/morgue with moving large patients.
• Utilizes department software/systems to provide statistics on patient transport and time management.
• Follows all UMHC policies, guidelines and regulations while on UMMC campus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED