Medical Imaging Patient Transfer Assistant | Full-Time

Phelps Health

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri. The Medical Imaging Patient Transfer Assistant efficiently and safely transports patients to and from the emergency department and other designated locations as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Experience with Microsoft computer products; including Word, Outlook and/or Web Access E-mail and Excel.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification required.
Close mental concentration required and visual attention required for sustained periods of time.
Frequently works under stressful conditions due to demands of customers and the critical condition of some patients.
Must be able to transport self efficiently throughout the Medical Center.
Standing, sitting, lifting and carrying (up to 35 lbs.) pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, turning, twisting, reaching and near constant walking required.

Nice To Haves

Some patient care experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Transports patients to and from clinical, ancillary and support areas via wheelchair, bed, or stretcher as requested to include transport of patients with oxygen tanks, intravenous pumps, drips and special equipment.
Assist Imaging Technologist with patient transfers, positioning, and room turnaround duties
Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following policies and procedures; complying with federal and state legal regulations and The Joint Commission (TJC) requirements.
Uses proper lifting and/or transferring techniques at all times and safe lifting equipment as needed.
Comforts patients and their families by offering support and encouragement; being punctual and attentive to procedure schedules; demonstrating caring and cultural sensitivity.
Documents patient transports in the electronic medical record.
Communicates effectively with the Imaging Technologist regarding completion of transports and job tasks.