Imaging Transporter - PRN

Vitruvian Health • Dalton, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Transports imaging patients of all age populations throughout the hospital, maintains transport equipment, and contributes to the efficient operation of the department. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development and assess data reflective of the patient’s current status in relation to their age specific needs.

Requirements

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and employees within the organization.
• Ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of the patient’s needs that are age appropriate.
• Ability to select proper instrumentation/supplies appropriate for age group of patient served.
• Must be CPR certified.
• Worker must adjust to performing routine, repetitive tasks under specific supervision.
• Worker is required to be on their feet most of day and work is moderately heavy.
• Extensive amounts of assisting, pushing, pulling, and lifting patients are required.
• Coordination in required to push wheelchair and stretcher throughout hospital maneuvering in and out of the patient's room, elevators, and departmental rooms without jarring or bumping the patient.
• Worker must be able to adjust routine to accommodate patient or department without affecting departmental flow.
• Worker will be exposed to blood, body fluids, and potentially hazardous chemicals.

Nice To Haves

• High school graduate or equivalent is preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Transports imaging patients of all age populations throughout the hospital.
• Maintains transport equipment.
• Contributes to the efficient operation of the department.
• Assists, pushes, pulls, and lifts patients.
• Pushes wheelchairs and stretchers throughout the hospital, maneuvering in and out of patient rooms, elevators, and departmental rooms without jarring or bumping the patient.
• Adjusts routine to accommodate patient or department without affecting departmental flow.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED