Patient Transporter 1, Full Time

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Location : UHealth Tower

The University of Miami Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Patient Transporter 1 (U). The Patient Transporter 1 (U) is responsible for transporting patients safely and efficiently to and from all departments as coordinated.

Core Job Functions :

• Transports patients efficiently and in a timely manner to and from the Department in accordance with department time standards.
• Performs various aide activities under the direction of a radiologic technologist.
• Coordinates work to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency.
• Accurately notes all patients' names by identifying them by their name and medical record number.
• Properly documents required information on floor log sheet for each transport.
• Checks with patient's Nurse prior to the start of any activity / transport.
• Correctly stores all contrast media.
• Maintains patient's privacy during transport.
• Brings necessary paperwork from the unit with the patient during transport.
• Notifies supervisor of the area of any delays in transporting the patient.
• Returns all transportation equipment to the Radiology Department after completion of each transport request.
• Displays proper use and care of transportation equipment.
• Operates and maintains assigned equipment in an effective and safe manner.
• Reports equipment hazards or malfunctions.
• Adheres to infection control policies.
• Follows universal precaution guidelines.
• Utilizes proper body mechanics.
• Transports contrast media to the Emergency Dept. for CT scans.
• Responsible for routine cleaning and maintenance of equipment.
• Adheres to Patient Bill of Rights.
• Always knocks or requests entrance to patient's room prior to entering.
• Attends and participates in departmental meetings.
• Demonstrates an understanding of emergency drills and evacuation procedures.
• Adheres to hospital / department attendance policies.
• Schedules and attends to personal business outside of normal work schedule.
• Exercises flexibility in schedule by working various shifts and days.
• Recognizes and performs duties which need to be done.
• Reports to the supervising Technologist and / or Dispatcher upon completion of all assigned duties.
• Applies physical age-specific care.

Core Qualifications :

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the groundbreaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females / Minorities / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.