Patient Escort - Escort - Hopewell - Per Diem - Varied Shifts
About The Position
Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region. Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates. Position Overview SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job) Transports patients safely and efficiently throughout facility. Participates in department performance improvement activities. Adapts willingly to changing departmental demands and effectively executes new and unexpected tasks.
Requirements
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience: None required.
- Other Credentials: AHA Heartsaver AED
Responsibilities
- Verifies transport information from escort dispatcher to effectively plan route and keeps log of travel activities.
- Transports patients as requested in a timely fashion.
- Identifies patient by checking identity information and medical charts to ensure patient has been brought to correct area of hospital.
- Communicates effectively to patient purpose and method of transfer using transfer equipment.
- Utilizes proper transfer techniques to ensure patient safety following CH guidelines and procedures.
- Transfers medication in tampered-proof bag when applicable.
- Self-tests transport equipment to ensure safe handling and proper function. Removes faulty or defective equipment from service.
- Communicates and expediently notifies dispatching unit of any delays in transport, damaged equipment, or patient problems and concerns.
- Identifies where and how escort function can be improved and makes recommendations for change.
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
- Disability Benefits - Short Term Disability (STD)
- Sick Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
