What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Transporter position at Phoebe Putney Health System?
Transporter
General Requirements
Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
For nonclinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License and meet auto insurability requirements as approved by Phoebe Putney Health System's insurance company.
WORKING CONDITIONS
General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
May be scheduled as needed including overtime
OSHA Category I - Employees will all be exposed to specific hazards as a regular part of their job.
Education Requirements
High School Diploma or GED (Required)
Experience Requirements
0-1 year experience in a hospital setting (Preferred)
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES
Not Applicable - No Certification and Licensure Requirements Required or Preferred
General Skills
Organizational Skills
Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Customer Relations Grammar
Spelling Read
Comprehend
Written Instructions
Follow Verbal Instructions
Basic Computer Skills
Physical Requirements
Have near normal hearing
Hear alarms, telephone, tape recorder, normal speaking voice
Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
Ability to perform - repetitive tasks, motion
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Standing - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
Walking - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Climbing - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
Bending, Stooping - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
Twist at waist - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
Pushing, Pulling - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
Reaching above shoulder - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
General Requirements
Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
For nonclinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License and meet auto insurability requirements as approved by Phoebe Putney Health System's insurance company.
WORKING CONDITIONS
General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
May be scheduled as needed including overtime
OSHA Category I - Employees will all be exposed to specific hazards as a regular part of their job.
Education Requirements
High School Diploma or GED (Required)
Experience Requirements
0-1 year experience in a hospital setting (Preferred)
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES
Not Applicable - No Certification and Licensure Requirements Required or Preferred
General Skills
Organizational Skills
Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Customer Relations Grammar
Spelling Read
Comprehend
Written Instructions
Follow Verbal Instructions
Basic Computer Skills
Physical Requirements
Have near normal hearing
Hear alarms, telephone, tape recorder, normal speaking voice
Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
Ability to perform - repetitive tasks, motion
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Standing - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
Walking - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Climbing - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
Bending, Stooping - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
Twist at waist - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
Pushing, Pulling - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
Reaching above shoulder - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
