Patient Transporter

Patient TransporterTransports patients to and from scheduled treatment appointments by the use of stretchers, wheelchairs, beds, ambulation.ResponsibilitiesTransports patients to and from scheduled treatment appointments by the use of stretchers, wheelchairs, beds, ambulation.Transportation of patients is carried out in a timely manner according to department guidelines and national benchmarks.Assists patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds with technical staff and nursing assistance as needed.Transport assignments are dispatched electronically and received via phones and pagers.Observes departmental and hospital safety policies and procedures, including but not limited to:Maintains safety standards and uses proper body mechanics while assisting patients in transfer to and from beds, stretchers, wheelchairs, and ambulating.Follow patient identification policy (4.22.137) during each transport.Safety precautions, i.e. side rails are always in place during transportation.Assists with patient care activities such as positioning, lifting, and turning patients, restraining combative patients, assisting patients out of bed during transport process.Properly handles oxygen tanks, infusion pumps, IV's and other medical equipment.Utilizes universal precautions at all times when transport or handling patients.All patient information is held in confidence at all times.Uses and maintains equipment according to vendor protocol and departmental standards.Perform related duties based on departmental needs.Employee ResponsibilitiesUnit Responsibility/AccountabilityServes as a positive role model - maintains a positive attitude.Responds to scheduling responsibilities with timeliness.Utilizes the time and attendance system appropriately.Participates in development, implementation, and evaluation of Pl Plan initiatives in collaboration with Clinical Manager to improve outcomes.Understands and advocates for the principles of High Reliability in both patient care and operational efficiencies.Utilizes data to drive improvement.Maintains exemplary customer service standard for patient experienceMaintains HIPAA compliance with all patient informationIn-services and unit meetings are attended.Maintains the integrity of unit equipment. Cleans all equipment after each use.Completes all unit assignments as assigned.Assists visitors to designated areas as needed.Performs other duties as required or directed.Performs duties in other units/departments depending on hospital needs.Patient Contact:Associate transports newborn, infant, adult, adolescent and geriatric patients via wheelchair, beds, or stretcher to departments/units.Evidence exists that the employee has obtained age-specific education and training.Maintains clutter-free environment within the hospital and surrounding areas.Assigned specific areas to monitor by lead transporter.Expected to clear unwanted equipment such as wheelchairs, 02 tanks, stretchers, and beds.AttendanceFollows the time and attendance policy; reports to work on time and log into EPIC ready to work, maintains a good attendance record, has badge to clock in and out, makes requests for time off as far in advance as possible, etc.Attends required in-services, including but not limited to:Demonstrates proficiency in CPR.Completes yearly education/competency review per department guidelines.QualificationsKnowledge and Skills: High School Graduate or GED Years of Experience: N/A Licenses & Certifications: NoneJob InfoJob Identification 15184Job Category Patient TransportationPosting Date 10/05/2026, 04:15 PMJob Schedule Part timeJob Shift EveningLocations 2139 AUBURN AVE, Cincinnati, OH, 45219, USHours Per Pay Period 8FTE (Full Time Equivalent) 0.01