Patient Transporter

Patient TransporterReq #:0000151397Category:TransportStatus:Full-TimeShift:DayFacility:RWJ New BrunswickDepartment:Patient TransportLocation:Main Hospital - New Brunswick, One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901Job Overview:Transports 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. Transports deceased to morgue.Qualifications:Required:

Satisfactory communication skills

Preferred:

Prior transport experience

Scheduling Requirements:

Days

With weekend and holiday requirements

Full Time

Essential Functions:

Transports 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.

Transports deceased to morgue.

Other Duties:

Advises nurse, nurse designee or technician when arrives on floor.

Introduces self to patient.

Transporter always checks the patient's ID band for the two identifiers before transporting the 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 stretcher and/or wheelchair.

Maintains confidentiality of patient information.

Maintains the safety of patients.

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 hand washing precaution before, during and after a transport

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.Benefits and Perks:At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

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