Patient Transporter PRN

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs work activities of the Central Transportation department, which include transport of patient, equipment and supplies to various patient care areas. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Less than 1 year of relevant work experience
Fundamental Awareness of Dispatch: Has limited experience, training, direct exposure, or past experience working with dispatch.
Fundamental Awareness of Medical Equipment Knowledge: Awareness of the capabilities of the specific medical equipment and its characteristics. Able to use the medical equipment to accomplish very basic tasks associated with the specific devices.
Novice in Customer Service: Demonstrates the ability to influence customers. Knows how to verify and clarify the needs and expectations of customers. Responds quickly and efficiently to customer service requests. Participates in and conducts meetings with customers. Keeps customers informed of status via standard reporting techniques. Meets the continuing service needs of a customer group, including requests for changes in work content. Responds to customers with an appropriate level of urgency, energy, persistence and tenacity.

Responsibilities

Transports patients to various areas of the Medical Center by stretcher, wheelchair or bed.
Delivers and retrieves transportation equipment as requested.
Utilizes resources to ensure a safe and efficient patient throughput.
Provides assistance in medical emergencies.
Ensures equipment is ready when needed.