Responsibilities:
Requests and/or provides information regarding the transport of ill or injured patients to and

from RIH and Hasbro Childrens Hospital. Serves as coordinator for the admissions and transfers of said patients.

Provides monitored communication links among persons necessary for consultation referral and transport of patients utilizing state of the art communications equipment.

Maintains communication with transport team and tracks estimated times of arrival and departures.

Completes all required documentation with emphasis on clarity and completeness within appropriate time frame.

Coordinates demographic and insurance company information with Admitting Department.

Maintains specialized logs and databases related to transports. Collects statistical data on patient numbers types and demographic information.

Reviews at start of shift bed availability with bed control and transport team. Coordinates appropriate and efficient placement of patients guided by protocols and working with the

Admitting Department and clinical units.

Appropriately directs information to the Managers and Medical Directors.

Assures that all communication and support equipment is properly functioning.

Assures that department is properly stocked with office supplies and paperwork.

Participates in community outreach and in-house educational efforts such as nursing grand rounds etc.

Follows up with referring facilities regarding patient outcomes and transport-related issues in conjuction with transport staff.

Meets and maintains mandatory/safety education and clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards.

Maintains collaborative relationships with team members other members of the health care system and outside agencies including but not limited to: transferring and receiving hospital customers EMS personnel and community agency representatives.

Uses effective interpersonal skills to identify and resolve conflicts decrease communication barriers and facilitate group effectiveness.

Participates in Quality Assurance both in meetings organized for that purpose and on a daily basis using established quality indicators for department.

Participates in the orientation of new employees as assigned.

Maintains patient confidentiality and dignity. Complies with all HIPPA regulations.

Other information:

Lifespan is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Lifespan is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Location: Rhode Island Hospital USA:RI:Providence

Work Type: Part Time

Shift: Shift 3

Union: UNAP