Patient Transport Aide
About The Position
Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals in New England. It is a Level 1 Trauma Center that provides cutting-edge treatment to its patients, featuring the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise, and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to Hartford Hospital. This role is responsible for the safe, timely, and accurate transport of patients, medical equipment, and patient-related items to their destinations, enabling physicians, nurses, technicians, and therapists to perform their duties effectively. The position ensures positive patient and customer satisfaction, proper utilization of body mechanics, and adherence to policies, procedures, and standards established by the Hospital, Department, and Regulatory Agencies. The Patient Transport Aide acts as a positive role model and team player, demonstrating HHC mission and values, and must be sensitive and attentive to all patient/guest needs.
Requirements
- Must be able to read and speak English
Nice To Haves
- 3+ months related experience
- Additional languages a plus
Responsibilities
- Responds to transport requests with a sense of urgency.
- Ensures oxygen tanks are not empty and have enough oxygen for the entire transport.
- Ensures the comfort of the patient throughout the entire request by being attentive; offers blankets, checks modesty, and only engages in appropriate conversation involving the patient.
Benefits
- competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
