Patient Transporter

Patient TransporterExciting Opportunity Alert! Join Missoula Bone & Joint and Surgery Center as a Part-Time Patient Transporter in the heart of beautiful Missoula, Montana. This position is perfect for EMT's and CNA's looking to make a difference in the health care industry.As a problem solver and someone committed to excellence, you'll have the chance to showcase your skills in a professional and customer-focused environment. The pay for this role ranges from $20.00 to $29.00 per hour, dependent on certification. This position will be scheduled 24 hours per week, variable days and times working 8- or 12-hour shifts. If you thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic setting where safety and integrity are paramount, this role is tailor-made for you.You will be offered great benefits such as a great work life balance, 401(k), Flexible Spending Account, Paid Time Off, Snack/Drink Room, Employee Discounts, and Long-Term Disability. Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career with Missoula Bone & Joint!Come Join the Missoula Bone & Joint and Surgery Center Team! Culture, development, collaboration, and an energetic team atmosphere are a few of the great things Missoula Bone & Joint has to offer. Winners of the Top Employers Award four years running and known as Becker's 150 Greatest Places to work in healthcare proves this is a great company with professionalism and down-to-earth personalities from management, providers and staff.As a Part-Time Patient Transporter at Missoula Bone & Joint and Surgery Center, you will play a vital role in ensuring a smooth patient experience. Your responsibilities will include safely transporting patients to the pre-operative area, the operating room, and back to recovery with care and compassion. You will also be in charge of maintaining a clean and organized patient area, contributing to our commitment to excellence and safety. Communication is key in this role, as you will regularly update and reassure family members about discharge times, providing them with the peace of mind they need during their loved one's medical journey. Join our team and be a part of a dynamic environment where your problem-solving skills and dedication to integrity will shine.To excel as a Patient Transporter at Missoula Bone & Joint and Surgery Center, proficiency in handling vital monitoring equipment is essential. Additionally, expertise in pre-operative tasks such as shaving and scrubbing protocols is crucial to ensure patient safety and preparation. Strong communication skills are a must-have in this role, as you will regularly interact with patients, medical staff, and family members, providing clear and reassuring updates about the patient's status and care. Attention to detail, empathy, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment are key attributes that will contribute to your success in this position.If you are a problem solver with a passion for delivering patient-centered care, we invite you to apply and be a part of our dedicated team!Missoula Bone & Joint Surgery Center Job Description: Patient TransporterTitle - Patient TransporterMain function - Responsible for escorting patients and/or their family to and from lobby, sub wait & pre-op areas. Assists with discharging patients, wiping down beds, and backing up Patient Service Coordinators.Duties and responsibilities - 1. Philosophy Supports the facility's ideology, mission, goals, and objectives Performs in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures Follows the facility's standards for ethical business conduct Recognizes patients' rights and responsibilities and supports them in performance of job duties Participates in facility committees, meetings, in-services, and activities Shares input regarding short- and long-term goals of the facility Seeks out additional assignments and duties 2. Work Quality Performs duties in an accurate and organized manner Adheres to policies and procedures in performance of duties Ensures knowledge of job and asks questions when unsure Completes duties within appropriate timeframes 3. Personal Attributes Shows initiative and dependability including punctuality and attendance Displays good judgment Cooperates and is flexible Follows appropriate dress code presenting a professional image 4. Customer Service Fosters a culture of outstanding patient service showing courtesy in interactions with patients, physicians and co-workers Presents good telephone skills Responds promptly to patient needs and co-worker requests 5. Communication and Teamwork Expected to be a positive and responsible team member with a good attitude Presents good oral and written communication (documentation) skills Promotes effective communication among the facility's clinical areas, business office, and physician practices Professional Competence Participates in continuing education and other learning experiences Shares knowledge gained in continuing education with staff Maintains membership in relevant professional organizations Seeks new learning experiences by accepting challenging opportunities and responsibilities Welcomes suggestions and recommendations Maintains current CPR certification Safety/Risk Management Adheres to safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities Reports observed or suspected safety violations, hazards, and policy/procedure noncompliance to the Clinical Director Performs according to established compliance policies and procedures 8. Duties Escorts patients and/or their family to and from lobby, subwait & pre-op areas using excellent customer service skills Communicates to the patient re: destination, needs for blankets, bumps going on and off elevator, etc. Assists nursing staff with discharging patients Performs general cleaning and prep work in pre and post-op areas Serves as backup to the Patient Service Coordinators Runs paperwork to and from the clinic as neededResponsibility for assets - N/AQualifications - Cooperative work attitude toward co-employees, management, patients, visitors, and physicians Ability to promote favorable facility image with physicians, patients, and general public Ability to make decisions and solve problems in a timely manner Skill in effectively transferring and transporting patients Skill in maintaining a clutter-free, organized facility Ability to perform effectively as a team member supporting a patient-focused environment in all interactions with patients, families, and visitorsRequirements - Required CPR certification Minimum of one year clinical experience High school graduate or GED certificate recipient Strong ethical and moral character references Language skills adequate for high-level written, interpersonal, and telephone communication in American English Preferred Certified Nursing Assistant or equivalentJob quality requirements - Accuracy Attention to detail Timeliness Organizational skills Efficiency Little supervision needed to accomplish tasks Physical stamina for extra working hours, if neededDependability - Attendance Punctuality Ability to follow instructions Ability to meet deadlinesPhysical/mental requirements - Ability to walk, sit, and stand for long periods Visual and auditory acuity for frequent use of computer, telephone, and occasional use of other office equipment Capability for occasional overhead and low reaching Physical strength for equipment needs and patient-care activities – 20 pound minimum Visual and auditory acuity for timely responsiveness and patient-care assessment activities Ability to move quickly in response to patient needs Ability to frequently make judgments on/respond to problems Ability to occasionally make judgments on/respond to disasters/emergencies, actual events, or drills Hepatitis immunization/negative TB test (annual tine testing)Working conditions (environmental) - Well lit and ventilated, with non-hazardous equipment Category I: involves occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids and materialsReports to - Surgery Center Clinical DirectorSupervises - N/AContacts - 1. Patients 2. Patients' family/significant others 3. Physicians and physician office personnel 4. Facility personnel 5. Vendors 6. Administration 7. Medical director 8. Governing bodyAll positions with Missoula Bone & Joint are to use due care in the use and communication of patients' protected health information. It is every employee's principal job function to ensure patient confidentiality and failure to maintain confidentiality may, and will, result in sanction and/or discharge.