Patient Transporter- Day shift - Columbia, United States - Prisma Health

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    Job Summary

    Responsible for transporting patients to and from various units/departments within the hospital. This individual is responsible for assuring quality care while enroute.

    Accountabilities


    • Receives and documents patient transportation assignments. Each day set a goal to transport three patients per hour. Fills out all appropriate documentation; admitting log, sign-in book, nursing station log and trip tickets. Performs telephone activities satisfactory.
    • Transport patients, via wheelchairs, stretcher, bed, mobilizer, wagon or accompaning via ambulation; with attached special apparatus inclusive of intravenous solutions, drainage systems, chest tubes and oxygen.
    • Successfully completes all training requirements as outlined in the department orientation program. Attends inservice education and scheduled departmental staff meetings.
    • Knowledgeable of fire and disaster procedure and codes, including location and operation of fire extinguishing equipment. Knows appropriate action to take in the event a patient becomes distressed. Reports accidents, unusual occurrences and complaints to the appropriate individual.
    • Assist in maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
    • Conforms to all requirements of policy, procedure and rules of behavior. Represents department, unit and system in an acceptable professional manner.
    Supervisory/Management Responsibility

    This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.

    Minimum Requirements

    High School diploma or equivalent OR post high school diploma / highest degree earned

    Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses

    N/A

    In Lieu Of The Above Minimum Requirements

    N/A

    Other Required Skills and Experience

    N/A

    Work Shift

    Day (United States of America)

    Location

    Richland

    Facility

    1510 Richland Hospital

    Department

    Patient Transportation


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