Patient Transporter I - SJMC

University Hospitals•Westlake, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides safe and efficient transport of patients, equipment, and miscellaneous supplies within the hospital. This role involves assisting in training new hires, communicating with other departments to understand their transport needs, and interacting with patients and customers to ensure their needs are met. The transporter must be familiar with the hospital's physical layout and the locations of patient testing areas. Responsibilities include performing data entry and receiving dispatch information via the Tele-Tracking System, using proper body mechanics for lifting and moving patients, and understanding/using the Patient Identification and Alert Process. Additionally, the role requires passing fit testing for an N95 mask. Other duties include performing other assigned tasks, complying with all policies and standards, and adhering to requirements for safely and securely maintaining Protected Health Information (PHI) through annual training, the UH Code of Conduct, and UH policies and procedures.

Requirements

High School Equivalent / GED (Required)
Standing Constantly
Walking Constantly
Lifting Constantly 50 lbs
Carrying Constantly 50 lbs
Pushing Constantly 50 lbs
Pulling Constantly 50 lbs
Climbing Constantly 50 lbs
Balancing Constantly
Stooping Constantly
Kneeling Constantly
Crouching Constantly
Crawling Constantly
Reaching Constantly
Handling Constantly
Grasping Constantly
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Nice To Haves

less than 1 year Basic patient care experience (Preferred)
Knowledge and handling of transport equipment (beds, wheelchairs, carts, oxygen) (Preferred proficiency)
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) (Preferred)
Hearing Frequently

Responsibilities

Provides safe efficient transport of patients, equipment, and miscellaneous supplies.
Performs transport duties as needed and assist in training new hires.
Communicates with other departments to assess their transport needs.
Required to interact with patients and customers to ensure patient/Customers’ needs are met.
Must be oriented to physical layout of the hospital and locations of patient testing areas.
Performs data entry and receives dispatch information via Tele-Tracking System.
Must use proper body mechanics for lifting and/or moving patients.
Understands and uses the Patient Identification and Alert Process.
Must pass fit testing for N95 mask.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.