Transporter-2

South Shore Health•Weymouth, MA

8d•$19 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Manager of Patient Transport and Visitor Services, the Patient Transporter will function within the guidelines of South Shore Health’s policies and procedures. The Patient Transporter provides prompt, courteous, customer service to patients, visitors and co-workers. He/She works in collaboration with other team members and ancillary departments by providing excellent service. Responsible for safe transport of patients, specimens, and equipment. He/she is responsible for the safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher. This may also include the transport of patients with oxygen, IV poles and other equipment. He/she may also be responsible for carrying out dispatch services and the appropriate documentation of such services when needed. Compensation Pay Range: $19.10 - $26.70

Requirements

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in the English language.
Ability to move or lift patients and equipment.
This position requires the candidate to be on their feet most of the shift as required.
Ability to provide a high-level of customer service to patients and staff in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving.
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
You must be 16 years or older at the time of filing an application.

Nice To Haves

High school education or equivalent preferred.
Previous hospital experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Transports patients in a safe, timely manner.
Is courteous and professional at all times.
Transports lab specimens from all areas (lab, ambulatory, etc.).
In time of emergency, brings code cart.
Discharges patients following proper procedure.
Transports x–ray reports, medical records and all other equipment necessary, O2, etc.
Answers the phone and dispatches services when needed, prioritizing needs of the nursing department.
Attends mandatory in–services as required by South Shore Health & Educational Corporation. CPR certified.
Clarifies instructions and asks guidance when necessary
Accurately informs departments of patient departure and return to unit.
Procures needed supplies and equipment as needed in a cost–effective manner.
Monitors the safety of the behavior management patient.
Assists with maintaining a safe, clean and orderly patient environment.
Maintains on–going communication with the nurse assigned to the patient.