What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Department Transporter - PRN position at Wellstar?
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Hours: PRN, 4 Hours per week
Job Summary:
Facilitates the safest and most efficient movements of patients and their belongings throughout the Medical
Center. Displays courtesy and professionalism in delivering patient- and family-centered care and customer
service. Utilizes routes that ensure the safety of both the patient and employee. Operates patient tracking
software on a daily basis to track all moves of patients and assigned equipment.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Provides direct support to patient care by safely transporting patients as directed by licensed
personnel. Indirectly supports patient care by transporting medication, blood products and specimens
as directed by licensed personnel. Maintains patient and employee safety throughout transports.
Effectively communicates with nursing staff related to transport tasks. Effectively communicates with
patients/families. Assists nursing staff with maintaining environment and monitoring supply
expiration dates..
Ensures the proper handling of patient equipment and supplies, including the handling of oxygen for
patients that require such service. Maintains the cleanliness of patient transport equipment. Utilizes
proper body mechanics when assisting/transferring patients to their mode of transport.
Informs the nursing unit/procedure area of the patient's arrival and departure. Maintains knowledge
and competency in the use of the computer transport system.
Required Minimum Education:
- High School Diploma / GED General
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
- BLS - Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support
Additional License(s) and Certification(s):
Required Minimum Experience:
healthcare or customer service related field 2 years (preferred)
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Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Retirement Plan