Healthcare Patient Transporter

Tammany Health System

Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Performs activities specific to patient safety and mobility under supervision of a licensed PT/PTA/OT/COTA or SLP, or for Registered Nurse while following Progressive Mobility (PM) duties as well as safe and efficient transportation of patients from setting to setting in the acute care setting. Performs designated routine patient mobilization tasks and coordinates daily unit specific patient mobilization activities. Documents Transport functions on Command Center, relays Progressive Mobility Rounds to pt nurse and and works under the direction of PT/OT/SLP regarding assistance with therapy per individual pt. Mobility techs also perform additional administrative duties as assigned specific to Progressive Mobility.

High School graduate or GED required. Must satisfactorily complete Rehab services on-the-job training program.

Current BLS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. Working knowledge of EPIC, ROVER and Outlook software. Preferred Qualifications: Hospital and/or patient care experience preferred, as well as current or future pursuit of medical licensure in any field applicable to an acute care setting. Excel and Word processing skills preferred.

Must possess good physical health. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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