Patient Transport Associate

3 weeks ago


Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Patient Transport Associate to join our team at Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health. As a Patient Transport Associate, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of patients within our healthcare facilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Transport patients to and from inpatient rooms, clinical testing areas, and procedural areas using designated conveyance methods (wheelchair or stretcher)
  • Report intended transport or return of patient to the nurse in charge of the area
  • Observe patients for adverse changes in condition or appearance during transport and notify the Registered Nurse immediately
  • Verify transport tasks with the person at the location of assignment and report completion of assignment as appropriate
  • Ensure equipment is properly assembled, cleaned, maintained, and delivered
  • 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 the appropriate time
  • 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) and 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
Requirements
  • High School Graduate or equivalent preferred
  • Ability to pass hospital-administered Basic Skills test
  • CPR Certification REQUIRED
  • Covid Vaccination is a requirement for employment at Jefferson for employees working at Jefferson's clinical entities or at the University


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