Patient Transporter - Metro Health Hospital

Xanitos•Wyoming, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Xanitos, Inc. is seeking Full-Time Patient Transporters for the 1st Shift at Metro Health Hospital in Wyoming, MI. This role is responsible for the safe, timely, and accurate transportation of patients, specimens, supplies, medical equipment, and patient-related items. The goal is to enable physicians, nurses, technicians, and therapists to perform their duties effectively while ensuring high levels of patient and customer satisfaction. Adherence to body mechanics, policies, procedures, and standards set by Xanitos, the hospital, department, and regulatory agencies is crucial.

Requirements

Successful applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent required.
One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Post-Offer Medical, Background Screening and Drug Test required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the janitorial industry a plus
Medical cleaning a plus

Responsibilities

Verifies correct patient identification using two patient identifiers and comparing information with assignment details, including full patient name and either date of birth or Medical Record Number. Transports are halted and discrepancies reported if identifiers do not match.
Ensures the safe, timely, and accurate transport of patients to their destination using appropriate equipment.
Utilizes proper body mechanics when lifting and transferring patients between various surfaces (wheelchairs, gurneys, exam tables, chairs, beds).
Demonstrates competency in transporting diverse age groups and cultures.
Verifies and utilizes the correct mode of transportation.
Follows standard and isolation precaution guidelines.
Ensures oxygen tanks have proper levels before transporting patients.
Notifies nursing staff immediately of any changes in patient condition.
Properly secures IVs, drainage tubes, and the patient prior to transport.
Notifies nursing personnel, clinical staff, technicians, or receptionists upon patient arrival.
Ensures patient comfort and dignity by being attentive, offering blankets, and covering the patient properly. Engages in appropriate conversation and does not transport patients experiencing moderate to severe pain.
Assists nursing staff in transferring patients to and from beds or chairs to wheelchairs or gurneys, consulting with nursing and obtaining assistance when required.
Notifies the dispatcher of any delays, cancellations, or changes in transport status.
Removes and properly bags soiled linen after each transport.
Sanitizes all transport equipment after each use.
Never leaves a patient alone in a treatment area or corridor and ensures proper hand-off to receiving department personnel.
Reports any equipment needing repair.
Maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with hospital policy.
Collects and returns transportation equipment to its proper storage location.
Responds to emergency situations according to hospital policy.
Transports small equipment or tools between departments.
Performs other duties as assigned.