TRANSPORTER

Cook County•Chicago, IL

4d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Provides efficient transport of patients to and from diagnostic and treatment areas throughout the hospital, and timely transportation of expired patients from the unit to the morgue in a safe and customer service-oriented manner. This position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and the Service Employees International Union Local 73 (SEIU – 73). Cook County will exhaust internal eligible applicants prior to considering external applicants. Cook County is assembling a list of qualified candidates for this position that will be considered should the position not be filled with internal eligible applicants.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent is required (must provide proof at time of interview)
Knowledge necessary to mobilize patients and maneuver transport equipment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population comprised of diverse cultures and age groups
Willingness and ability to abide by CCHHS personnel rules and the CCHHS Rules of Conduct
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient related materials in compliance with HIPAA requirements.
Ability to operate telephones and electronic pagers to receive and confirm patient pick up requests.
Ability to operate computers to perform simple dispatch navigation tasks.
Ability to read, write and comprehend is essential for patient safety and prevention of transport errors
Ability to see and hear clearly (including with correction)
Ability to prioritize, manage time, solve problems, and take initiative
Ability to function autonomously and as a team member
Ability to work flexible work hours, including nights and weekends
Demonstrated attention to detail, and accuracy for noting any special precautions concerning patient safety
This position occasionally requires various types of physical exertion including but not limited to climbing, lifting, pushing, pulling, kneeling and crouching, prolonged standing, walking, bending at waste, operating equipment, and moving moderate to heavy weight.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a hospital transporter is preferred.

Responsibilities

Transports patients using equipment such as wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds; may include attachments such as oxygen and infusion pumps
Identifies patient information and medical record, equipment to be used, and assists with the transfer to ensure the correct patient is identified for transport.
Utilizes telephones and pagers to receive and confirm patient pick-up requests and uses computers to navigate patient dispatch information.
Follows nurses lead and direction for patient safely
Returns any unused equipment to the department to be dispensed throughout the hospital
Clean and sanitize all transport equipment as designated
Abides by Cook County Health & Hospital System (CCHHS) personnel rules and CCHHS rules of conduct
Performs related duties as required