Patient Transporter - Clinical Support (Nights)

About the position

The Imaging Patient Transporter is primarily responsible for transporting patients from one area of the hospital to another and assisting imaging personnel with routine tasks of patient care which are learned on the job. The job requires serving as a lift team primarily for Imaging staff and other hospital personnel. This position can involve performing chest compression during a code blue, and assisting in crisis prevention interaction of patients. The Imaging Patient Transporter is required to complete the department orientation program with CPI and CPR certification. The position supports the goals and functions of the organization and performs his duties within established ethical, legal, and organizational standards. The Imaging Patient Transporter promotes a stable relaxed working atmosphere among fellow employees through congeniality, consideration, and efficiency. Also, the Imaging Patient Transporter demonstrates the ability to be self-directed during slow periods to assist in the following ways. Assisting with transporting patient's records, and equipment to designated areas throughout the hospital. Basic computer knowledge may be utilized to retrieve clinical reports for medical staff and assist visitors with the location of patients. Assisting in housekeeping duties and responsibilities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients from one area of the hospital to another.
• Assist imaging personnel with routine tasks of patient care.
• Serve as a lift team for Imaging staff and other hospital personnel.
• Perform chest compression during a code blue when necessary.
• Assist in crisis prevention interaction of patients.
• Complete the department orientation program with CPI and CPR certification.
• Promote a stable and relaxed working atmosphere among fellow employees.
• Assist with transporting patient's records and equipment to designated areas.
• Utilize basic computer knowledge to retrieve clinical reports for medical staff.
• Assist visitors with the location of patients.
• Assist in housekeeping duties as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Healthcare Provider (CPR) certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to be a self-starter.
• Ability to read and write legibly with spelling accuracy.
• Ability to set priorities.
• Basic computer knowledge, including keyboard and mouse usage.
• Ability to deal with difficult and irrational behavior.
• Ability to maintain composure during stressful situations.
• Emotional maturity and stability.
• Ability to convey empathy and compassion.
• Warm, friendly, and caring professional demeanor.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and medical staff.
• Knowledge and respect for job limitations.
• Completion of on-the-job training up to 3 months to achieve proficiency.
• Satisfactory completion of the orientation period, including written material and on-the-job training.