Transporter - West Chester, United States - Penn Medicine
Description
Description
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
Summary:
- Transports patients, specimens, blood and blood products, charts, medical records, and other documents, linens, and Central Supply Equipment/supplies as requested, in a safe and timely manner. Supports the mission of Chester County Hospital and the Transport Services Department.
Responsibilities:
- Transporter Duties Transports patients via wheelchair or stretcher using safety measures appropriate for patient and vehicle. Uses proper body mechanics when transferring patient during ambulation and bed chair transfers. Uses appropriate Safe Patient Handling equipment and devices, e.g. Hovermat and Hoverjack when needed. Transports patients for internal tests and transports discharged patients to exit. Uses communication resources such as the interdepartmental transport sheet to ascertain patient's needs such as portable oxygen, isolation precautions, etc. Reports to transportation destination in a timely manner to pickup patient. Maintains hallways, keeping clear of all unused equipment.
Role Development Develops own knowledge via practice, observation, and attending competency assessments and required inservices. Promotes best practice by demonstrating a commitment to quality patient care. Promotes innovation and creativity in the practice environment. Serves as a preceptor and mentor for new employees. Accepts constructive feedback about performance or behaviors and shows evidence of change. Demonstrates verbal and writing skills that are appropriate for healthcare communication. Adheres to the Department of Nursing Dress Code.
Department of Nursing and Organization Support Communicates support of organizational values and strategies.
Supports the following organizational programs:
Magnet, Hospital of Distinction, Joint Commission Disease Specific Certification, and Nursing Councils. Performs job duties in accordance with these standards. Maintains attendance/lateness standards in accordance with Hospital policy.
Departmental Support Maintains equipment in working order. Uses equipment appropriately, follows Department policies for equipment and supply use, cleaning and maintenance. Performs assigned duties to maintain department in a state of survey readiness and maintain quality initiatives. Adheres to hospital based programs to support patient care such as maintaining a quiet environment, customer service, etc. Attends staff meetings on a regular basis
Credentials:
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (required)
Education or Equivalent Experience:
- H.S. Diploma/GED (required)
- Education Specialization:
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region.
Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.Live Your Life's Work
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