Patient Transport

Riverside Health System • Newport News, VA

1d • $15 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for safely and efficiently transporting patients, patient's belongings and charts via wheelchair, stretcher, and/or bed to testing sites, operating room, or discharge. Works to ensure that all transport equipment is cleaned and in good working condition.

Requirements

• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year Experience working with the public in a customer service capacity or related

Responsibilities

• Efficiently and safely transports patients via stretcher, bed or wheelchair. This includes collaborating with clinical staff to ensure proper transition of medication and oxygen.
• Communicates with clinical and non-clinical leaders to escalate potential safety issues and ensure proper precautions are taken for high-risk patients.
• Obtains necessary equipment and/or linen required to transport patients.
• Ensures all equipment needed for transport is clean according to Infection Control policies.
• Ensures legal and policy expectations for transportation are met, including National Patient Safety Goals, HIPAA standards, Infection Control policies, and proper body mechanics.
• Assists with candidate selection and new team member onboarding to include department orientation and training.
• Open to flexible scheduling to meet departmental staffing needs during essential times (i.e. high census, vacant shifts, etc.).
• Assists patients, family members, and visitors with directions, assisting as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED