Patient Transporter PT Nights

University Hospitals•Cleveland, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides safe and efficient transport of patients, equipment, and miscellaneous supplies within the hospital. This role involves communicating with other departments to assess transport needs, interacting with patients and customers, and maintaining an understanding of the hospital's physical layout and patient testing areas. The Patient Transporter will also perform data entry and receive dispatch information via the Tele-Tracking System, utilize proper body mechanics for lifting and moving patients, and understand the Patient Identification and Alert Process. Additionally, the role requires passing fit testing for an N95 mask and adhering to all policies and standards, including those for safely and securely maintaining Protected Health Information (PHI).

Requirements

High School Equivalent / GED (Required)
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.
Standing Constantly
Walking Constantly
Lifting Constantly up to 50 lbs
Carrying Constantly up to 50 lbs
Pushing Constantly up to 50 lbs
Pulling Constantly up to 50 lbs
Climbing Constantly up to 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
Knowledge and handling of transport equipment (beds, wheelchairs, carts, oxygen) (Preferred proficiency)
Basic Life Support (BLS) (Preferred)

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.