Supervisor Patient Transport

Geisinger • Danville, PA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Supervises the operations of assigned Patient Transport staff, resource, and processes. Directly accountable for the performance of Patient Transport Services to deliver a high level of customer service. Ensures compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 5 years-Related work experience
• Minimum of 1 year-Managerial/Supervisory
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Group Problem Solving
• Mentoring Skills
• Organizing
• Teamwork
• Working Independently

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree

Responsibilities

• Supervises the daily operations of Patient Transport Services by observing staff performance and workflow.
• Verifies that each responsible employee's assignments are being performed thoroughly and effectively.
• Maintains a current understanding of patient transport, electronic health record system, equipment storage and equipment cleaning.
• Assures timely and effective response to all department and clinical unit requests and requirements.
• Monitors and responds to activity and issues. Delegates tasks and responsibilities to staff as needed while assuring proper utilization of human resources.
• Responsible for monitoring and maintaining performance metrics which accurately indicate the performance of staff and utilization of resources for assigned work areas.
• Assists in the development of new metrics as appropriate or requested by leadership.
• Recommends process improvements to leadership, actively works with staff to implement improvements and monitors’ progress. Empowers employees to bring forward their process improvement ideas.
• Promotes a team environment and open communication within the work area. Acts as a mentor for employees. Participates in interdepartmental teams as needed.
• Supervises all employee relations activities and actively participates in resolving employee problems and conflicts. Consults with Manager when necessary. Contributes to conducting interviews, hiring and termination of employees in patient transport.
• Ensure new employee orientation and training are completed for all assigned. Ensure all employee evaluations are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Responsible for staff payroll. Responsible for creating and maintaining staff schedules, including PTO management.
• Ensure all shifts are covered, especially during emergencies or staff shortages.
• Quarterly shadowing of all transport employees to ensure compliance with department policies and procedures along with patient safety/satisfaction.

Benefits

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED