Patient Transporter transports patients to and from their inpatient beds and other areas like therapy, surgery or radiology. Other responsibilities include retrieving medical records, lab results, supplies and medications. Being a Patient Transporter may require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Patient Transporter typically reports to a supervisor. The Patient Transporter may require 0-1 year of general work experience. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Cheshire Medical Center ยท Patient Transport (Internal)Keene, NHService / TradeFull-time 40 hours / week, Evenings, Mon-Fri, with E / O weekend;
3pm - 11 : 30pmReq # 14636 Responsible for the safe, courteous and timely "patient centered" transport of patients and various forms of clinical information within the campus.
Respond to directions in a courteous and professional manner. Utilizes e-DH EPIC system regarding the pick-up, delivery, completion, delays and changes of assignment.
Patient name bands must be verified prior to each transport. Functions independently. Escorts ambulatory patients. Performs surface to surface transfer of patients during the transport process as required.
Transfers all patients and related items using appropriate equipment including : SLIPP Sheets, Slide Boards, Hover Mat, beds, stretchers, wheelchairs, Hoyer Lifts, and patient room ceiling lifts.
Support nursing with "Vented Patients" and respond to outside patient transport requests. Maintain stretchers, stretcher mattresses, and wheelchairs, IV poles and bases, O2 holders, including inventory, preventive maintenance, and cleaning, disinfect, and "make up" stretchers with sheets.
Exchange mattresses as requested on floor. Set up traction within the hospital. Maintain traction supplies, clean and organize same.
Perform traction roundup as necessary. Make request for new equipment / supplies as necessary. High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
Previous hospital experience preferred. On the job training provided. BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification within 90 days of hire of hire and maintained on bi-annual basis.
CHT (Certified Healthcare Transporter) within 6 months of hire.
Last updated : 2024-03-25