What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Assistant, PCA- Patient Transport/Ride Driver (Days) position at Licking Memorial Hospital?
Patient Care Assistant
Patient Ride Driver
Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.
When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.
Position Summary
Using LMHS vehicle, provides patient transport to Licking Memorial Hospital and health system appointments for residents of Licking County. Provides patients with directional information and general information regarding the hospital and health systems. Tracks and reports on fuel consumption, maintenance issues, passenger counts etc. May perform other Patient Care Assistant duties as requested.
Responsibilities
- Check schedule for the day and create Daily ride list
- Ensure vehicle is clean and ready for the first patient
- Call each patient to remind them of their scheduled pickup(1hr-30min prior)
- Sanitize vehicle after each patient ride
- Record mileage and amount of time each scheduled and added ride used
- Complete each scheduled ride with courtesy and professionalism
- Complete each add on ride, or add on Discharge ride home with courtesy and professionalism
- Maintain vehicle checks
- Communicate back and forth with LMH Ride Coordinator if schedule is changed
- Perform a thorough vehicle clean: Vacuum inside of vehicle, clean windows, and wipe all surfaces inside the vehicle
- Take vehicle to car wash to maintain a clean and professional appearance
- Review and ensure that all mileage and time documentation is correct in driver log
- Review and ensure that all mileage and time documentation has been entered for each day driver performed scheduled rides
- Ensure that the Vehicle is taken to be serviced as scheduled
Requirements
- Minimum requirement, high school diploma or GED.
- Must have valid Ohio driver's license and is acceptable to the hospital's liability insurance carrier.
- Read, write, and follow verbal or written instructions.
- Maintain CPR certification.
- STNA, NA or MA licensure preferred
- Work independently and professionally
- LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and as such, may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.
Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors protected by law.
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