Patient Transporter

Patient TransporterPrimary City/State: Glendale, ArizonaDepartment Name: Patient TransportWork Shift: EveningJob Category: Clinical SupportBanner Health is proud to have earned the Great Place To Work® Certification, a recognition based on direct feedback from our team members and a thorough, independent evaluation. This certification underscores our dedication to fostering a culture built on trust, collaboration and pride – an environment where team members feel valued, supported and inspired every day.As a Patient Transporter, you will play an important role in the safety of our patients by assisting nurses with moving/transporting patients throughout the facility with various equipment, including wheelchairs and stretchers. Transporters are constantly on the move in this fast-paced environment, walking the equivalent of 10-15 miles per shift! You will have the opportunity to build relationships with the goal of making an impact on our patients at such an important time in their lives. You will be joining our very energetic engaged Clinical Care Operations ( CCO ) team that we like to call family! Basic Life Support ( BLS ) Certification is required (must meet AHA curriculum guidelines).We are filling Full Time positions, (5 weekly 8 hour shifts from 12:00pm-8:30pm), with weekend and holiday rotations required. Enjoy a flat rate $1/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-night shift differential when applicable.Your pay and benefits (Total Rewards) are important components of your Journey at Banner Health. Banner Health offers a variety of benefit plans to help you and your family. We provide health and financial security options so you can focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life.Banner Thunderbird Medical Center ( BTMC ) and Banner Children's Hospital at Thunderbird provide a preferred destination for surgical, oncological, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedic, pediatric, and women and infant services achieved through best-in-class 5-star CMS rating to provide patients with high quality, safe care for the best possible experience. Our campus is one of the largest campuses in the Banner network with over 3000 employees. BTMC was voted Best of the Best in 2023 by Banner Health out of 30 hospitals. This is the most prestigious award one of our largest hospitals can receive for consistently meeting our annual targets. If you would like to contribute to truly leading edge caring, we invite you to bring your experience and skills to Banner Thunderbird.POSITION SUMMARYThis position transports patients and distributes requested items as needed throughout the facility in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols.CORE FUNCTIONSTransports patients safely and efficiently between various departments following appropriate transfer techniques and proper isolation/infection control procedures. Validates patients' identity based on established department protocol. Remains alert to patient condition and promptly communicates changes to clinical staff.Assists with patient handling and lifting using appropriate patient safety equipment and appropriate safety procedures.Provides distribution services of requested items between various departments as needed in accordance with established procedures that may include medications.Responds to all job calls in a timely manner. May utilize computer system to track and update requests. Communicates status updates and location information as required in accordance with department protocols to help facilitate work flow.Collects, cleans and disinfects patient care equipment and all other reusable items.May perform supply restocking or assume clerical duties of assigned area as necessary.May be required to operate golf cart to provide distribution services.May be required to transport deceased persons to the facility morgue.Facility based position. Responsible for the timely delivery of services with a strong focus on customer service. Customers are staff, physicians, patients, family members and visitors.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSCertification for BLS is required.Requires interpersonal skills to operate in a direct patient contact environment. Ability to interpret verbal and written information/instructions and effectively communicate with others. Must demonstrate basic knowledge of computer skills, organizational skills, problem solving skills, and ability to function with minimal direction in a fast paced environment. If required by facility, may be required to possess a valid driver's license and be eligible for coverage under the company's auto insurance policy.Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma/ GED or equivalent working knowledge.Six months previous healthcare or customer service experience preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology.Additional related education and/or experience preferred.