Patient Transpoter-2

Under the direction of the Manager of Patient Transport and Visitor Services, the Patient Transporter will function within the guidelines of South Shore Health’s policies and procedures. The Patient Transporter provides prompt, courteous, customer service to patients, visitors, and co-workers. He/ She works in collaboration with other team members and ancillary departments by providing excellent service. Responsible for safe transport of patients, specimens, and equipment. He/ She is responsible for the safe transport of patients using a wheelchair or stretcher. This may also include the transport of patients with oxygen, IV poles and other equipment. He/ She may also be responsible for carrying out dispatch services and the appropriate documentation of such services when needed.

Responsibilities

Safe transport of patients, specimens, and equipment; Verify patient identification before transport; Transport patients between departments using stretchers, wheelchairs, and beds; Follow proper hand hygiene; Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly patient environment; Follow infection prevention guidelines in cleaning and maintaining equipment; Assist with patient transfers using slide boards, gait belts, and other equipment; Monitor patient comfort and condition during transport; Monitor O2 and IV lines during transport; Report changes or concerns to nursing staff; Assist in patient repositioning and hygiene support; Discharge patients following proper procedures; Transport lab specimens to the Laboratory; Transport x-ray reports, medical records, and equipment; Safely handle gas cylinders and apply oxygen administration devices under nursing supervision; Bring code cart to designated units in emergencies; Communicate clearly with nursing and clinical staff; Use software applications and SSH-issued devices for transport orders and documentation; Answer phone and dispatch services when needed; Attend mandatory in-services and complete assigned education; Comply with privacy, security, and hospital policies

Requirements

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English; Ability to move or lift patients and equipment; Ability to be on feet most of the shift; Ability to provide high-level customer service in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using active listening and problem solving; Ability to remain calm in stressful situations; Per Diem status with varied shifts; Must be 16 years or older at time of filing application; Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA); INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

Nice to have

High school education or equivalent; Previous hospital experience