Transporter I - Orlando Health Cancer Institute - Pool

Orlando Health•Orlando, FL

6h•Onsite

About The Position

As a top cancer care provider in Florida, Orlando Health Cancer Institute is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary cancer program consisting of six treatment sites and more than 10 practice locations that serve the region’s adult oncology needs. Specializing in more than 200 types of cancer, an expert team of medical professionals provides personalized care with the most state-of-the-art technologies, such as advanced radiation and proton therapies, and bone marrow transplant and cellular therapy. Through a robust research program, the institute also supports physician involvement in numerous research studies and clinical trials that give patients access to innovative diagnosis, treatment and symptom management options. In addition to being accredited by the Commission on Cancer, a program of the American College of Surgeons, Orlando Health Cancer Institute has earned accreditations and certifications in several areas — including medical oncology and hematology/oncology, radiation oncology, cellular therapy, rectal cancer, and breast care — from the respective accrediting organizations, and recently was named in the 2023 Becker's Hospital Review “60 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs” list. Orlando Health Cancer Institute is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes 24 award-winning hospitals and ERs, 9 specialty institutes, 14 urgent care centers, 100+ primary care practices and more than 60 outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, we honor our 100-year legacy by providing care for more than 142,000 inpatient and 3.9 million outpatient visits each year. Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you. This self-motivated team member works independently as well as in a team setting to transport patients, equipment, Supplies, and lab specimens throughout the hospital facility. The transporter will help patients get on and off beds, stretchers, and wheelchairs. Team member will maintain a clean and safe environment by disinfecting equipment before and after patient use.

Requirements

Ability to read and recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers.
Must be capable of accessing and using all department related computer systems such as but not limited to the Epic programs that include Bed Tracking and Service Response where applicable, and Outlook Email.
Must be able to complete required mandatory educational training.

Nice To Haves

Six (6) months Customer Service experience or 6 months volunteer experience preferred
BLS/HealthCare Provider certification obtained within 90 days of hire. – renewed every two years.

Responsibilities

Provides safe and efficient transport of patients to all areas of the hospital. Assesses patient to determine the most effective method for transport.
Communicates vital patient information with the department manager, group leads, and other appropriate team members.
Responsible and accountable for reaching individual productivity standards established by the department.
Transports charts and specimens in an efficient and confidential manner
Maintains all transportation equipment and assure its cleanliness and sanitary condition.
Demonstrates ability to log into and manipulate Epic Transportation Dispatching system effectively and efficiently.
Understands and demonstrates outstanding customer service behavior and attitude, which will support and facilitate the mission, vision, and values of Orlando Health.
Aids in informing customers, nursing units, and diagnostic departments of delays.
Proactively seeks prevention of fire and safety hazards by storing equipment in designated areas.
Possesses the ability to adjust the liter flow and determine cylinder volume in an oxygen tank. Understands operation the tank gauge
Has the knowledge and ability to safely remove a telemetry unit from a patient.
Understands and demonstrates Independent Double Verification using two acceptable identifiers and scans patient wristband
Follows hospital and departmental policies with special attention to safety, dress, attendance, punctuality, and display of ID badge.
Handles work related information in a confidential manner using HIPAA and handoff compliance.
Cooperates effectively and efficiently with team members to consistently meet the changing needs of the patient, department, and/or hospital.
Assists with proper disposition of all deceased persons to the morgue or body cooler as outlined at individual campuses.
Assists in the distribution and retrieval of clinical equipment throughout the facility.
Assists in cleaning equipment and restocks standby storage areas or returns it to the equipment room.
Assists in the distribution, retrieval, and maintenance of durable medical equipment outlined at individual campuses.
Transports medications (excluding controlled substances and IV Chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Adheres to all Standards of Precaution, MSDS, and Hand Hygiene directives.
Must complete all mandatory training as designated and required. Participates in departmental quality assurance and improvement activities as appropriate.
Demonstrates initiative and creativity to continuously improve services, departmental and interdepartmental processes, and any other activities that affect quality.