Patient Transporter

Cleveland Clinic•Medina, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Join Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its finest. Medina Hospital is recognized for delivering safe, patient-centered care that is timely, effective, efficient, and equitable. The hospital has been honored by the American Nurses Credentialing Center for its commitment to fostering a positive, empowering, and engaging work environment. Here, you can build a rewarding, lifelong career supported by a team dedicated to your growth and success. As a Patient Transporter, you play an essential role in helping patients receive the care they need. You will provide transportation to and from various areas throughout the hospital, ensuring patients feel comfortable throughout the process. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, innovative healthcare setting while making a difference in the lives of patients and caregivers. It also serves as a great entry-level role for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the medical field. A caregiver in this role works 8-hour day/evening/night/weekend shifts from 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED
Candidate living within 25 miles of Medina for ease of commute

Responsibilities

Transport patients to and from clinical, ancillary and support areas using wheelchairs, stretchers or beds, including patients with oxygen tanks, intravenous pumps, drips and special equipment.
Transfer patients to and from beds, wheelchairs, or stretchers.
Transport patients during discharge to the hospital lobby.
Ensure proper oxygen levels in tanks before transporting patients.
Approach and aid patients and visitors.
Verify and confirm standard precautions and correct patient identification by comparing information from the pager and patient wristband to obtain the correct medical chart and verify proper mode of transportation.
Disinfect and maintain equipment.
Perform environmental and safety checks, identify malfunctioning equipment, document findings and report on malfunctioning equipment.
Move and deliver equipment and linen carts.
Complete three months of on-the-job training to learn multiple hospital and clinic locations, special procedures, patient and safety emergency procedures and proper body mechanics to safely move patients.