Patient Transporter

Patient Transporter

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Summary: Provides safe and efficient transport of patients.

Responsibilities:

• Transports patients safely between Pardee Hospital campus sites. Utilizes good body mechanics when moving patients onto stretchers and beds, asking for assistance when needed.
• Verifies patient identification, assists patients and family members that require extra attention. Complies with policies and procedures concerning infection control and safety.
• Drapes patients, closing curtains, providing pillow, blankets, robes, etc. when transporting patients.
• Manages I.V.'s, catheters, suction, etc. when transporting patients, demonstrates effective communication and listening skills to insure that no procedure is delayed or compromised due to inadequate communication.
• Maintains stock of necessary items. Keeps stretchers, wheelchairs, and other patient transport devices clean and in proper working order.
• Checks oxygen tanks daily and replenishes as necessary, practices safety when changing regulators. Safely operates and stores oxygen equipment in accordance with defined hospital safety policies, follows proper channels to report transport equipment malfunction.

Other information: Qualifications Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License