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About The Position
Under supervision, to transport patients and materials to various destinations inside of medical facilities; provides patient and family education regarding transfer techniques to be utilized in the post-hospital setting, as appropriate; and do other work as required.
Requirements
- Completion of a recognized training program in basic patient care preferred.
- No experience required.
- Current BLS required. (American Heart Association)
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Knowledge of hospital established policies quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control policies and procedures.
- Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
- Ability to learn the principles, methods, and procedures of proper patient care.
- Ability to learn medical facility routines and techniques.
- Ability to follow oral and written directions.
- Ability to apply proper body mechanics in lifting and moving at least 100 pounds.
- Ability to use good judgement when acting independent of supervisory guidance.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and fellow employees.
- Ability to work effectively under stress and in emergency situations.
- Maintains, demonstrates and is assessed on the knowledge and skills necessary to provide for physical, psychosocial and cultural needs appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit.
Nice To Haves
- Six (6) months experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Transport patients and materials to various destinations inside of medical facilities.
- Provide patient and family education regarding transfer techniques to be utilized in the post-hospital setting, as appropriate.
- Train inexperienced employees in proper transportation procedures.
- Perform patient care in an understanding and sympathetic manner.
- Handle patients in a manner, which will not aggravate their condition.
