Patient Transporter

Texas Children's Hospital • Houston, TX

23d • Onsite

About The Position

We are on the hunt for a Patient Transporter who is capable of working in a fast paced hospital environment. In this role, you will be responsible for providing patient transportation services, patient escort dispatch relief services, delivery of patient-related equipment, lab specimens, medications and patient equipment cleaning. Do you think you have what it takes? As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

Nice To Haves

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Previous experience in a hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transports/escorts patients promptly to and from patient rooms and patient care service areas utilizing proper patient transportation equipment within established time frame, as indicated on automated dispatch system (TeleTracking) and observed by manager.
• Consistently verifies patient I.D. information against patient dispatch information to ensure accurate transportation of patients to the appropriate areas.
• Receives patient chart from patient's assigned nurse prior to transport of patient.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information at all times.
• Displays a working knowledge of policies and procedures relating to patient transportation, delivery of patient-related equipment, and specimen delivery.
• Demonstrates proper mechanical skills in operating and maneuvering transportation devices, (i.e., wheelchairs, stretchers, IV poles, carts, wagons, high chairs, and bedside tables).
• Communicates with patient and family in an age-appropriate manner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees