Patient Transporter

Transport Responsibilities Transport patients safely and effectively by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed using appropriate safety equipment Exercise caution around IV lines, pumps, monitors, oxygen tanks, and other medical devices Transport specimens and equipment as assigned Maintain awareness of isolation precautions and observe standard precautions Monitor patients for comfort, safety, and mental and physical status during transport Recognize equipment or patient problems and report them to appropriate clinical staff Bring patients’ charts and essential records with patients Confirm orders or trip requests and review patient status with unit staff Relay critical information to staff upon entry or return to the department Perform patient-related clerical, maintenance, and non-clinical direct care activities Monitor and maintain supplies and materials on transportation equipment Clean transportation equipment and report or arrange routine repairs and maintenance Follow priorities set by transport tracking software or dispatcher Perform other assigned duties within the scope of the position Perform the role at Mary Washington Hospital and Stafford Hospital locations as scheduled Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required BLS certification required Previous experience in a patient care setting preferred Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands Frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting Ability to lift 35 lbs. Ability to push and pull 20 lbs.Auditory and visual skills to include color determination Ability to work in confined spaces Ability to reach above/overhead Critical thinking and analytical skills Ability to multi-task Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team Capacity to cope with difficult situations Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment when exposed to bloodborne pathogens Potential exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals Core Competencies Demonstrates proficiency in patient transport, ensuring safety and comfort while adhering to medical protocols. Capable of effective communication and collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team in a healthcare environment. Highest-signal resume keywords BLS Certification Patient Care Experience Critical Thinking Skills Effective Communication Multi-Tasking Ability ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Patient Transport Safety Equipment Use Specimen Transport Clerical Activities Equipment Maintenance Supply Monitoring Critical Information Relay Isolation Precautions Standard Precautions Physical Patient Monitoring Soft Skills Collaboration Coping with Difficult Situations Analytical Skills Certificates & Qualifications BLS Certification Industry Keywords Patient Care Setting Bloodborne Pathogens Radiation Exposure Toxic Chemicals Tools & Technologies Transport Tracking Software Personal Protective Equipment #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor