Patient Transporter 2

Community Health System • Fresno, CA

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About The Position

The Patient Transporter 2 serves as a lead and is a multifunctional role providing assistance with the efficient coordination, dispatch, and transport for patient transport services. Assists with the daily workflow of the department, such as assigning and monitoring service requests and transporters, providing guidance and instruction, coordinating breaks and schedule changes, and reporting on activities. In addition, this role provides transport and delivery services within the hospital departments by using wheel chairs, gurneys and other appropriate equipment, and to assist the nursing staff in restocking supplies and maintaining the general cleanliness of the department. Transports patients with IVACS, O2, chest tubes, foleys, etc. Utilizes basic knowledge of body mechanics, transfer techniques, asepsis, and CPR.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE), or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required
• 1 year of dispatching and/or related healthcare experience required
• BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required

Nice To Haves

• Experience with EPIC Transport Command Center preferred

Responsibilities

• Serves as a lead and is a multifunctional role providing assistance with the efficient coordination, dispatch, and transport for patient transport services.
• Assists with the daily workflow of the department, such as assigning and monitoring service requests and transporters, providing guidance and instruction, coordinating breaks and schedule changes, and reporting on activities.
• Provides transport and delivery services within the hospital departments by using wheel chairs, gurneys and other appropriate equipment.
• Assists the nursing staff in restocking supplies and maintaining the general cleanliness of the department.
• Transports patients with IVACS, O2, chest tubes, foleys, etc.
• Utilizes basic knowledge of body mechanics, transfer techniques, asepsis, and CPR.

Benefits

• Free Continuing Education and certification
• Tuition reimbursement, education programs and scholarships
• Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority
• Free money toward retirement with a 403(b) and matching contributions
• Great food options with on-demand ordering
• Free parking and electric charging
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community.
• We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Learn more on our Benefits page.

What This Job Offers

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