Transporter- Patient Transport

Patient Transporter

The incumbent transfers patients to and from various areas of the assigned facilities while providing exceptional customer service. Additionally, the Patient Transporter engages in efforts to improve patient satisfaction, clinical outcomes, and operational efficiency, and ensures all required policies and procedures are complied with.

Core job functions include:

Retrieves medical records, laboratory results, supplies, and medications.

Notifies nursing staff when patient is leaving the unit and when patient returns back to the unit.

Ensures that patient's chart is alongside when being transported.

Assures all transports are completed within the assigned time parameters.

Collects all specimens and blood products and safely delivers to appropriate department.

Checks all oxygen cylinders prior to transport to assure tanks are full and are in safe condition.

Checks accurately in and out of the patient transport system.

Performs supply restocking of assigned area(s).

Gathers, cleans, and disinfects patient care equipment and all other reusable items.

Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Core qualifications include:

High School diploma or equivalent

No experience required

CPR Certified

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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