What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient transporter position at Virtua?
Summary :
This position is responsible for assisting and supporting all departments by transporting patients to and from units / departments;
uses wheelchairs, stretchers, or bed.
Position Responsibilities :
- Transport patients to and from departments / units. Includes appropriate patient identification, patient comfort and safety (assisting in lifting, moving and positioning in bed / wheelchair, etc), and providing patient information.
- Care for and clean wheelchairs / stretchers and initiate appropriate action when repair is required (check supply of oxygen, replenish and change regulators as necessary).
- Coordinates with other transporters based on patient schedules to ensure smooth flow of transport operations; communicates patient information to nurses and testing (diagnostic) departments as necessary.
Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required :
Must be able to handle potentially stressful situations and multi-task.
Customer service experience preferred.
Required Education :
High School diploma or equivalent.
Training / Certifications / Licensure :
CPR Preferred).
Last updated : 2024-06-19
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