What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Transporter Per Diem / Willingboro position at Virtua?
Summary:
This position is responsible for assisting and supporting all departments by transporting patients to and from units/departments; uses wheelchairs, stretchers, or bed.
Position Responsibilities:
• Transport patients to and from departments/units. Includes appropriate patient identification, patient comfort and safety (assisting in lifting, moving and positioning in bed/wheelchair, etc), and providing patient information.
• Care for and clean wheelchairs/stretchers and initiate appropriate action when repair is required (check supply of oxygen, replenish and change regulators as necessary).
• Coordinates with other transporters based on patient schedules to ensure smooth flow of transport operations; communicates patient information to nurses and testing (diagnostic) departments as necessary.
Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:
Must demonstrate a positive demeanor and have strong verbal communication skills.
Must be able to handle potentially stressful situations and multi-task.
Customer service experience preferred.
Required Education:
High School diploma or equivalent.
Training/Certifications/Licensure:
CPR Preferred