Transporter

DCH Health System • Tuscaloosa, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

He/she is responsible for transporting patients to and from designated areas. Assists imaging services staff in patient care.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent with good perception of order and minute details; self-motivated with the ability to stay focused on repetitive tasks.
• Strong communication, detail oriented, critical thinking, problem solving and customer service skills are essential; quick learner, works at fast pace, expeditious, friendly and courteous to staff and physicians.
• Must be efficient in the use of all office equipment, computer and keyboard operations and related material essential to good patient care and reports any problems when necessary.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.
• Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range.
• Physical presence onsite is essential.
• Must be able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Uses I Care principles to ensure proper patient identification, correct exam, and to improve patient communication and engagement.
• Transports ambulatory, wheelchair, stretcher and bed-bound patients to and from designated areas.
• Is able to provide for the transport needs of patients of all ages; to include neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.
• Takes responsibility for care, cleaning and maintenance of all transport equipment used in the transport of patients.
• Takes responsibility for supplies used in the transport of patients; i.e. O2 cylinders, warm blankets, etc.
• Transports patients with safety and care to and from Imaging department; following guidelines for safety and identification.
• Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
• Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
• Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet. Responds timely to all forms of communication.
• Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED