Patient Transporter

Job Summary

Under the general guidance of the Patient Support Services Supervisor, Patient Transporter will provide safe and timely transports for patients and visitors. Patient Transporters can walk anywhere from 30-40,000 steps in a shift which is the equivalent of 15-20 miles a day. Position Responsibilities include transferring from bed to gurney or chair, supports Radiology, CT, MRI, and Perioperative Services with all patients, while promoting safe patient handling. This position will also provide a comprehensive orientation and training program for new Patient Transport Assistants.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• High School Diploma, GED equivalent or related experience/training
• Two (2) years of Customer Service experience
• Ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to exhibit a professional demeanor by following standards established for dress and conduct.
• Ability and skill to safely operate wheelchairs, gurneys, electric beds, cribs, and specialty beds.
• Knowledge of proper body mechanics and patient transfer techniques, and skill to transport patients without injury to self, patient, or others.
• Knowledge of and ability to follow appropriate infection control techniques to safeguard other patients and visitors from infected patients.
• Basic knowledge of CPR, 02, IV’s/pumps, feeding tubes/pumps, foley bags, and chest tubes.
• Ability to recognize problems with life support equipment or a sudden change in a patient’s condition, and to report it to a licensed care provider.
• Ability to maintain composure, respond calmly, and use sound judgment should a medical emergency occur during a patient transport.
• Ability to deal effectively and kindly with patients who may be confused, upset, incoherent, and/or aggressive.
• Interpersonal skills to deal in a tactful, courteous, pleasant, and professional manner with patients, visitors, and other hospital staff, which includes individuals with various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to perceive and read sensitively to the needs and actions of others.
• Ability and skill to answer a multi-line telephone courteously, often handling several incoming calls simultaneously, and quickly, accurately, and legibly record service requests.
• Ability to instruct student trainees, volunteers, and new employees in patient transfer techniques and other patient transport duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification
• One (1) year of paid Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or Hospital experience

Key Responsibilities

• 85% - Patient Transfers
• 5% - Dispatch
• 5% - Equipment Delivery and Maintenance
• 5% - Training

Department Overview

Patient Support Services Department consists of Lift Team, Mental Health Workers & Special Duty Caregivers, Patient Transport and Safe Patient Handling. The Patient Transport Services department provides coordinated, centrally dispatched transportation services for patients being treated in the outpatient clinics and the inpatient units and diagnostic areas. The unit also provides information, reception, and assistance to patients, visitors, hospital staff, and the public.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $26.64 - $33.11
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 137
• UC Job Title: PAT ESCORT
• UC Job Code: 008912
• Number of Positions: 4
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): 14:00-00:30
• Location: Main Hospital (HSP001)
• Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee’s lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Reaching overhead - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Loud noise levels - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Extreme Temperatures - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. Main Hospital and surrounding grounds. Has mandatory reporting responsibilities for domestic violence, child abuse and elder/dependent abuse. Works overtime as defined by the collective bargaining agreements, floats to other areas and works weekends and holidays. References reflect an overall meet or exceeds.

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

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