Transport Tech 2

Description The Transport Tech is responsible for the safe, timely, and accurate transport of patients, medical equipment, and patient-related items to and from the various testing areas and nursing units within the medical center Employment Type Full time Shift Evening Shift What You Will Do The Transport Technician will assist in the transporting patients to and from the various testing areas and nursing units within the medical center, by operating designated elevators to ensure patients are transported in a courteous, safe and timely manner. Communication: Effectively communicates all stages of transport to designated dispatcher. Communicates effectively and courteously with ancillary areas, nursing, department personnel, patients, and guests. Reports all issues pertaining to the inability of efficiently transporting patient to designated dispatcher (delay management). Immediately communicates to management regarding issues involving customer satisfaction. Safety: Immediately reports all unsafe equipment to management. Uses safe practices to take action when necessary to protect the health and well-being of patients, visitors, or coworkers. Reports any and all unsafe practices to management. Practices safe and effective use of all transport equipment. Continuously acts in a manner in which the safety of the patient is the top priority. Accountability: Transports all patients in a timely manner. Attends all required in-services and staff meetings. Abides by all department and hospital policies and procedures. Receives direction from lead, supervisor/coordinator and director. Demonstrates initiative and creativity to continuously improves services, departmental and interdepartmental processes, and any other activities that affect quality. Works effectively with members of the transport team, and delivers care that is customer- oriented and cost-effective. Maintains defined levels of productivity. Privacy: Understands and follows all hospital HIPAA policies and procedures. Maintains patient and guest privacy at all times while transporting. Stocks surgical supplies, assist in room turnover and the checking of surgical case carts. Preferred Education Preferred: GED/High School Diploma Compensation Salary Range: $16.94 - $19.28 per hour Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles. Benefits Click or copy URL to your browser Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr IHA