Patient Transporter

Job Title

Transporter

Job Description

Provides a means, wheelchair or stretcher, and transports patient to and from the required locations throughout the Medical Center, including the Morgue, in a safe and orderly manner. Assists the patient care team in transferring patients safely to and from a wheelchair, stretcher and/or examination table. Provides a secondary source to hold and/or position a patient if necessary. Makes rounds throughout the Medical Center to clear hallways of wheelchairs, stretchers and other equipment. Collaborates with the patient care team to maintain a safe and clean environment. Maintain infection prevention practices by sanitation of patient rolling equipment with approved germicide in between patient use. Use safe lifting procedures and practices. Responsible for oxygen (O2) tank maintenance. Effectively communicates with the patient care team members, patients, and families. Observes patient confidentiality and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations. Responds to and follow Code Blue and Code White protocols and remains calm and objective during emergencies. Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience Required

• Effective verbal and listening communication skills.
• Should possess the initiative and the ability to set and achieve high standards of performance.
• Ability to make progress on multiple assignments under time constraints.
• Ability to learn specific job duties and complete detailed work assignments.

Education Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.

License/Certification Requirements

BLS or CPR required within three (3) months of hire

Special Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry and move heavy objects.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must have the dexterity of hand and fingers in order to utilize tools, utensils and equipment.
• Ability to audibly receive instructions and to hear inquiries from patients, physicians, clients and team members.
• Ability to see and perceive depth with or without corrective lenses.

Salary Min ($)

USD $16.75

Salary Max ($)

USD $21.89