Patient Transport Tech - Full Time

VCU Health • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

The Patient Transport Tech I transports patients with an automated external defibrillator (AED) to and from nursing units in support of direct patient care. Responds to and assists with medical emergencies and Telemetry messages from cardiac monitoring devices in order to notify clinicians or technologists appropriately. Transports cardiac patients and reacts to radiology/non-radiology treatment/procedural areas, and cardiac units. Delivers specimens, medications and medical equipment throughout the organization. Provides assistance by managing patient flow to the Emergency Department and Bed Management to prevent and relieve diversions and high census. Ensures patient safety utilizing Behavior Expectation for Error Prevention (BEEP) tools. Works collaboratively with fellow team members to provide a safe, caring, respectful and comfortable experience for all. Assists with emergency medical responses.

Requirements

• Previous experience using a personal computer and various software applications, including Microsoft, e-mail, etc.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and critical-thinking skills.
• CPR certification required within 30 days of hire date
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Must be prepared to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, extended hours and during inclement weather to ensure patient flow and throughput.
• Employee is subject to outside environment conditions when providing requested services.
• Physical: Lifting up to 35 lbs.
• Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Walking (distance)
• Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical Thinking
• Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent change

Nice To Haves

• CPR preferred
• National Association of Healthcare Transport Management (NAHTM) Certified Healthcare Transporter (CHT) preferred
• National Association of Healthcare Transport Management (NAHTM) Certified Healthcare Transporter (CHT) preferred
• One (1) year previous work experience in a healthcare setting and/or in customer service
• Previous experience in intense and high-stress clinical environments and/or situations
• Post High School courses from an accredited program, in an allied health or healthcare-related field

Responsibilities

• Transports patients with an automated external defibrillator (AED) to and from nursing units in support of direct patient care.
• Responds to and assists with medical emergencies and Telemetry messages from cardiac monitoring devices in order to notify clinicians or technologists appropriately.
• Transports cardiac patients and reacts to radiology/non-radiology treatment/procedural areas, and cardiac units.
• Delivers specimens, medications and medical equipment throughout the organization.
• Provides assistance by managing patient flow to the Emergency Department and Bed Management to prevent and relieve diversions and high census.
• Ensures patient safety utilizing Behavior Expectation for Error Prevention (BEEP) tools.
• Works collaboratively with fellow team members to provide a safe, caring, respectful and comfortable experience for all.
• Assists with emergency medical responses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees