Patient Transporter

at  RWJBarnabas Health

JOB OVERVIEW:

Transport patients in a safe and efficient manner throughout the hospital under the direction of supervisory personnel,
Utilizes the automated transport system to perform duties,
Performs routine cleaning of equipment used to transport patients,
Adheres to universal infection control practices,
Practices excellent customer service skills with all patients, visitors and employees,

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have excellent communications skills
Scheduling Requirements
Day Shift, 9am 5:30pm
Every other weekend and holidays
Days to work varies
Per Diem

Accepts jobs in a timely manner,
Places self in progress within 5 minutes of receiving job assignment
Uses judgment in extending 5 minute grace period in waiting for patients
Notifies dispatcher of delays
Notifies system of job complete status
Contacts dispatcher within 3 - 5 minutes if no job is received
Advises nurse, nurse designee or technician when arriving to units and testing area
Introduces self to patient
Transporter always checks the patient’s ID band for the two identifiers before transporting patient ,Name and Date of Birth
Assists the nurse or technician in transferring the patient from the bed to the transport equipment or vice versa
Use caution when rounding corners
Ensures brakes are used when transferring from a stretcher and/or a wheelchair
Maintains confidentiality of patient information
Identifies appropriate situations to seek assistance from nursing staff and/or security
Recognizes and reports patient discomfort, distress or emergency situations to the nurse or technician
Always follow infection control and handwashing precaution before, during and after a transport
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