Patient Transporter

4 weeks ago

Chardon, United States Geauga Medical Center Campus Full time

JOB DESCRIPTION

Description

Essential Functions

Provides safe efficient transport of patients, equipment, and miscellaneous supplies. Performs transport duties as needed and assist in training new hires. Communicates with other departments to assess their transport needs. Required to interact with patients and customers to ensure patient/Customers’ needs are met. Must be oriented to physical layout of the hospital and locations of patient testing areas. Performs data entry and receives dispatch information via Tele-Tracking System. Must use proper body mechanics for lifting and/or moving patients. Understands and uses the Patient Identification and Alert Process. Must pass fit testing for N95 mask.

Required For All Jobs

Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation. Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

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QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications

Qualifications

Education

High School Equivalent / GED Required

Work Experience

Basic patient care experience Required

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge and handling of transport equipment (beds, wheelchairs, carts, oxygen) Required

Licenses and Certifications

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Required

Physical Demands

Standing Constantly Walking Constantly Sitting Rarely Lifting Constantly 50 lbs Carrying Constantly 50 lbs Pushing Constantly 50 lbs Pulling Constantly 50 lbs Climbing Constantly 50 lbs Balancing Constantly Stooping Constantly Kneeling Constantly Crouching Constantly Crawling Constantly Reaching Constantly Handling Constantly Grasping Constantly Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Frequently Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

LOCATION

University Hospitals is a national leader in healthcare that takes pride in calling North-East, Ohio home. With more than 150 locations throughout Cleveland and the surrounding metropolitan areas, UH provides unique opportunities to deliver world-class care in the communities where our employees live, work, and play.

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