Hospital Transporter

Provides basic patient care under direction of nursing staff by transporting patients to areas such as operating rooms or x-ray rooms using wheelchairs, stretchers, or movable beds. May maintain stocks of supplies or clean and transport equipment. Responsible for providing transport services from and to patient rooms in a safe and timely manner.

Greets patients and families in a professional and caring manner.
Request is examined for patient location and mode of transportation before leaving department.
Instructions regarding patient's condition need for oxygen, gathering required equipment and taking it to the floor in an appropriate manner
Safety policies are known and followed.
Have knowledge of hospital policies and the functions of other departments.
Must be acquainted with local fire and safety regulations.
Provides care appropriate to condition and age of patient.
Wheelchairs and stretchers are checked frequently to ensure they function properly and are reported to the supervisor.

High school diploma or GED required. Current BLS/CPR required.