Patient Transporter (U), Nuclear Medicine, Full-Time

University of Miami•Miami, FL

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Miami Health System is seeking a full-time Patient Transporter for the Nuclear Medicine Department at the University of Miami Hospital UTower. This role is responsible for safely and efficiently transporting patients, medical records, supplies, and specimens within the hospital. The position requires adherence to all hospital policies and procedures, ensuring patient safety and timely completion of tasks. The University of Miami offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification or license
No previous experience required
Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

Nice To Haves

Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements

Responsibilities

Retrieves medical records, laboratory results, supplies, and medications.
Notifies nursing staff when patient is leaving the unit and when patient returns back to the unit.
Ensures that patient’s chart is alongside when being transported.
Assures all transports are completed within the assigned time parameters.
Collects all specimens and blood products and safely delivers to appropriate department.
Checks all oxygen cylinders prior to transport to assure tanks are full and are in safe condition.
Checks accurately in and out of the patient transport system.
Performs supply restocking of assigned area(s).
Gathers, cleans, and disinfects patient care equipment and all other reusable items.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.