Patient Transport

Your job is more than a job. Why a Great Place to Work At LCMC Health we help you to lean into your calling by leaning in with you, ensuring you have the resources to do your job as only you can. And that begins with receiving the support you need to thrive and grow, which looks different for each person. Living out our commitment to inclusion requires providing benefits that are as diverse and unique as our workforce. It's a responsibility we take seriously. Because we don't just serve the New Orleans community-we're at the beating heart of it. Whether by offering community health services or making medical innovations more accessible, LCMC Health is bringing a culture of wellness to the communities that matter to you. When you know you're making an authentic impact, you give a little extra to every day- as a person, with your team, in your community-and that's one of the reasons why you'll be a perfect fit at LCMC Health, where giving a little something extra is at the heart of everything we do. GENERAL DUTIES Responsible for maintaining patient safety at all times while in the company of the patient: * Safely and professionally transports patient without incident to units, testing areas, and area on campus. * Remains with discharged patients until their ride arrives for pick-up. Transports patients to the discharge center during the hours of operations. * Lifts the bed rails up and places the nurse call button near the patient after placing the patient back in bed. * Utilizes proper body mechanics when lifting, pulling or pushing patients to avoid injury or damage to the patients. * Keeps patients informed and gives periodic updates, as appropriate. * Within the scope of position, positively contributes to organizational goal of patient throughput. * Delivers medical items to the nursing units at the request of the House Supervisor such as pumps, I.V poles or special beds in a timely manner. * Escorts visitors, patients, or other staff members to other appropriate areas of the hospital. Financial Stability: * Advises supervisor of current or anticipated problems. Effectively uses time and resources to accomplish their duties. * Resolves conflicting matters and schedules with peers and other staff. * Willingly accepts assignments and completes in a timely fashion. * Appropriately uses time and attendance system and adheres to related policies and procedures. * Be aware of possible compliance issues, specifically concerning fraud and abuse. Reports those issues immediately. Performance Improvement: * Actively promotes and support LCMC's performance improvement initiatives (i.e., participates in ongoing education, cultural change initiatives, etc.) * Verbal and written communications are clear, concise and accurate; uses positive non-verbal communication effectively. * Demonstrates and actively promotes compliance with all state and federal regulatory and accrediting agencies (i.e., patient safety, infection control, HIPAA, etc.) * Adheres to the LCMC Health's policies and procedures, as well as the Code of Conduct and all laws and regulations. Perform your duties in an ethical manner. * Appropriately documents in accordance with departmental and organizational policies. * Able to apply job knowledge to improve work processes. Customer Service: * Utilizes the service recovery process to address customers' concerns or complaints. * Treats all customers with dignity, respect, courtesy and compassion. * Recognizes customer needs and begins to solve problems as soon as they are apparent. * Interacts with patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional and courteous environment. * Displays behaviors which focus on the customer by doing what is appropriate the first time. * Locates and retains all of the equipment used in the transport department. * Returns all stretchers to the department after each use and assures no loose equipment is left on it during storage around transport. * Collects the wheelchairs from around the hospital and returns them to the designated areas. * Acquires transports oxygen tanks from different units and transports them back to the office in the proper manner to avoid damage to the tanks or regulators. Attends department functions to ensure that all needed information and skills are reviewed and updated: * Attends department meeting monthly in order to suggest new ideas. * Arranges to complete projects before monthly meetings. * Makes suggestions to the supervisors on agenda items. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * Required: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent OR 2 years of work experience. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS * Required: Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (CPR, BLS) - American Heart Association WORK SHIFT: Variable Hours (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary Children's Hospital, at the heart of LCMC Health's incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for expert children's health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in Louisiana and the Gulf Coast. Learn more about Children's Hospital's 40+ specialties and our national ranking by U.S. News & World Report as a Best Children's Hospital Your extras * Deliver healthcare with heart. * Give people a reason to smile. * Put a little love in your work. * Be honest and real, but with compassion. * Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. * Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. * See opportunities, not problems - it's all about perspective. * Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. * Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.