Full - Time Patient Transporter

Xanitos•Poplar Bluff, MO

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Xanitos, Inc. is hiring Full-Time Patient Transporters for 2nd Shift at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, MO. The Patient Transporter is responsible for the safe, timely, and accurate transportation of patients, specimens, supplies, medical equipment, and patient-related items to their destination. This role ensures physicians, nurses, technicians, and therapists can perform their duties effectively and maintains a high level of patient and customer satisfaction. The position requires adherence to body mechanics, policies, procedures, and standards set by Xanitos, the hospital, department, and regulatory agencies.

Requirements

Successful applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.
Post-Offer Medical, Background Screening and Drug Test required.
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the janitorial industry a plus
Medical cleaning a plus

Responsibilities

Verifies correct patient identification using two patient identifiers (full patient name, date of birth or Medical Record Number) and compares with assignment information. Reports discrepancies immediately.
Ensures safe, timely, and accurate transport of patients using appropriate equipment.
Utilizes proper body mechanics for lifting and transferring patients.
Demonstrates competency in transporting all specific age groups and cultures.
Verifies and utilizes the proper mode of transportation.
Follows standard and isolation precaution guidelines.
Ensures proper oxygen levels in tanks before transporting patients.
Notifies nursing immediately if patient condition changes.
Properly secures IV, drainage tubes, etc., and secures the patient prior to transporting.
Notifies nursing personnel, clinical staff, technicians, or receptionists upon patient arrival.
Ensures patient comfort and dignity by being attentive, covering the patient properly, and engaging in appropriate conversation. Does not transport patients experiencing moderate to severe pain.
Assists nursing in transferring patients to and from beds/chairs to wheelchairs/gurneys, consulting with nursing and obtaining assistance when required.
Notifies 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 patients alone in a treatment area or corridor; ensures proper handoff to receiving department personnel.
Reports any equipment needing repair.
Maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with hospital policy.
Collects and returns transportation equipment to proper storage.
Responds to emergency situations according to hospital policy.
Transports small equipment or tools between departments.
Other duties as assigned.