Miami Valley South

Premier Health•Centerville, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides transport services to patients of all ages to and from all referral points within the hospital. Assist staff technologists in the performance of their technical and non-technical functions including room turnover, stocking, and inventory management. May be responsible for image reproduction using CDs/Film for patients, physicians and radiologists. Responsible for creating and maintaining a positive impression of Premier Health by proactively approaching, greeting, and acknowledging all customers in a friendly, professional manner and providing quick and responsive customer service. Maintains equipment in good working condition. May perform clerical duties or assist in other areas based on departmental needs.

Requirements

High School completion / GED
CPR Certification required within 30 days of hire
No prior job-related work experience
Proficient in Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Applicable computer applications
Knowledge of radiation safety
Knowledge of MRI safety

Nice To Haves

One year experience in medical/patient care environment

Responsibilities

Escorts/transports patients of all ages by cart, bed, or wheelchair to and from all referral points within the hospital. Receives and routes patients and associated paperwork throughout service areas.
Provides physical assistance to staff in transfer (lifting) of patients as needed.
Operates computerized system to update patient information, identify transportation needs, and facilitate automated patient tracking.
Assists patients with personal needs (i.e. ambulation, restroom, bedpan, etc.). Awareness of patient condition during transportation and communicates special needs to nursing or technical staff.
Utilizes effective communication skills by demonstrating respect, concern, and courtesy in all internal and external relationships. Provides basic patient care with dignity and respect for each patient.
Participates in routine equipment care and cleaning. Reports faulty, damaged, or lost equipment appropriately. Returns equipment to proper storage area. Rounds for equipment during downtimes.
Follows and implements safety policies and procedures including Radiation Safety.
Maintains current inventory of supplies and assist supervisor in ordering supplies and maintaining supply par levels
May be responsible for duties including image reproduction using CDs/Film, handling phone calls from customers, and other clerical duties.
Assists technologists with the turnaround of the procedures rooms including linen management and cleaning of the equipment. May assist technologists in preparing patients for tests by getting patient on and off exam tables.