Patient Transport - PRN

Prisma Health • Greer, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for transporting patients to and from various units/departments within the hospital. Responsible for assuring quality care while enroute.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent OR post high school diploma / highest degree earned
• No experience required.
• Knowledgeable of fire and disaster procedure and codes, including location and operation of fire extinguishing equipment.
• Knows appropriate action to take in the event a patient becomes distressed.
• Able to complete all training requirements as outlined in the department orientation program.

Responsibilities

• Receives and documents patient transportation assignments.
• Set a goal to transport three patients per hour.
• Fills out all appropriate documentation, admitting log, sign-in book, nursing station log and trip tickets.
• Performs telephone activities satisfactorily.
• Transports patients, via wheelchairs, stretcher, bed, mobilizer, wagon or accompanying via ambulation; with attached special apparatus inclusive of intravenous solutions, drainage systems, chest tubes and oxygen.
• Attends in-service education and scheduled departmental staff meetings.
• Reports accidents, unusual occurrences and complaints to the appropriate individual.
• Assists in maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
• Conforms to all requirements of policy, procedure and rules of behavior.
• Represents department, unit and system in an acceptable professional manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED