Patient Transport Associate

15 hours ago

Camden, New Jersey, United States Jefferson Health Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Patient Transport Associate to join our team at Jefferson Health. As a Patient Transport Associate, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of patients to and from various locations within the hospital.

Key Responsibilities
  • Transport patients to and from inpatient rooms, clinical testing areas, and procedural areas
  • Provide transportation of patients as assigned by means of designated method (wheelchair or stretcher)
  • Observe patients for adverse changes in condition or appearance during transport
  • Verify transport task with person at location of assignment and report completion of assignment as appropriate
  • Ensure equipment is properly assembled, cleaned, maintained, and delivered
  • Interact with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson
  • Follow safety policies and procedures concerning lifting, moving, and transporting patients
  • Transport or transfer non-monitored/stable patients as directed
  • Ensure IV drip rates and sites, oxygen volume flow, or other special equipment and appliances are checked by staff RN prior to patient transport, observing equipment during transport, and notifying RN of any changes
  • Follow procedures for properly identifying patients prior to transport to or from a service area
  • Transport assigned patients by means of designated conveyance (stretcher or wheelchair) to clinical service areas for treatment or diagnostic studies, returning patient to room at appropriate time
  • Observe patients for adverse changes in condition or appearance during transport, notifying Registered Nurse immediately
  • Report intended transport or return of patient to nurse assigned to patient
  • Ensure stretcher pads are wiped down and sanitized appropriately
  • Assist staff in turning, lifting, and transferring patients from bed/treatment tables to stretchers and wheelchairs
  • Maintain cleanliness of wheelchairs, stretchers, and equipment
  • Notify appropriate personnel of any damaged or unserviceable equipment, following established safety policies concerning labeling such equipment and removing them from use immediately
  • Assist with post-mortem transport
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area as directed by Director or designee of assigned unit
  • Follow all isolation/contamination policies and procedures in assigned work areas
  • Possess knowledge and understanding of patient transport associate role in event of a disaster (internal or external)
  • Participate in disaster drills
  • Understand and demonstrate role in achieving patient satisfaction initiatives
  • Attend mandatory in-services annually
  • Participate in the department's performance improvement program
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Requirements
  • High School Graduate or equivalent preferred
  • Ability to pass hospital administered Basic Skills test
  • CPR Certification
Conditions of Employment

Covid Vaccination is a requirement for employment at Jefferson for employees working at Jefferson's clinical entities or at the University.

If you are not currently vaccinated, you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from Jefferson.

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