Patient Transporter- OLGMC Patient Transport- Full Time- Days

Ochsner Health • Lafayette, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Transporter transports patients who are being admitted, moved to other departments, or discharged. The role also delivers records and forms, locates and maintains departmental equipment, and performs duties according to assigned department needs, policies, procedures, and detailed instructions under close supervision. Patient interactions must be adapted to the individual patient population, with attention to privacy, clear explanations, permissions, and communication style.

The position requires computer and keyboard skills for entering and retrieving patient information, clear verbal and written communication, and basic reading, writing, and math skills. Basic Life Support certification is required within 90 days of employment. No prior education or work experience is required; a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

The work involves standing for prolonged periods, traveling throughout and between facilities, and physical exertion, including frequent force of 10 to 20 pounds and occasional force of up to 100 pounds. Mechanical lifting devices or team lifts should be used. The role carries occupational risks associated with communicable diseases, isolation rooms, and possible exposure to hazardous medications or waste in a healthcare setting.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support certification within 90 days of employment.
• Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information; proficiency with Windows-style applications and a keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Ability to exert 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to stoop, bend, reach, and grasp with arms and hands, with manual dexterity.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and travel throughout and between facilities.
• Use mechanical lifting devices or team lifts when moving patients or objects.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Transport newly admitted patients to assigned rooms in a timely manner.
• Deliver clinic records, admission forms, and charge cards to nursing units and ancillary departments.
• Locate and maintain equipment used in the department.
• Safely and caringly transport patients to and from hospital or clinic ancillary departments using wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds as requested.
• Transport discharged patients and their belongings from nursing units and ancillary departments.
• Take responsibility for personal development and required training.
• Adapt behavior and communication to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permission, and adjusting communication style.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Immediately report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed