Lead Transporter

HCA Healthcare • Austin, TX

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About The Position

As a Lead Transporter with St. Davids South Austin Medical Center, you will deliver high-quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic patient care services related to common nursing functions and activities of daily living, as well as transporting patients following safety processes. Under the supervision of the Director and House Supervisor, you will assist the nursing staff in providing transport and patient care in accordance with Transporter skills/training and the needs of the Department, and will perform or assist with more advanced procedures based on one or more achieved specialty certifications. You will ensure proper handling of patients with comfort and safety, escort patients to and from all departments and procedural areas needed, and communicate with unit nursing staff about transfers. You will also maintain patient privacy and dignity at all times, ensure equipment is functioning properly, and demonstrate appropriate customer service skills with all customers.

Requirements

• High School Graduate / GED.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Perform delegated basic patient care services.
• Transport patients following safety processes.
• Assist nursing staff in providing transport and patient care.
• Perform or assist with advanced procedures based on specialty certifications.
• Ensure proper handling of patients with comfort and safety.
• Escort patients to and from departments and procedural areas.
• Communicate with nursing staff about patient transfers.
• Follow guidelines for transport requests.
• Ensure availability of adequate transport equipment.
• Complete patient safety checklist prior to transport.
• Maintain patient privacy and dignity.
• Ensure confidentiality is maintained.
• Ensure equipment is functioning properly.
• Follow hospital and department policy for Standard Precautions.
• Demonstrate customer service skills.
• Assist with maintaining adequate supplies and equipment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage with low copay options.
• Dental and vision benefits.
• Life and disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Supplemental health protection plans.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits.
• Referral services for child, elder, and pet care.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity.
• Education assistance including tuition and certification support.
• Colleague recognition program.
• Paid time off and family leave.
• Employee Health Assistance Fund offering free coverage based on income.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED