PATIENT TRANSPORTER
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Description

Introduction

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Patient Transporter today with Methodist Hospital.

Benefits

Methodist Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans includeprescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, criticalillness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Come join our team as a(an) Patient Transporter. We care for our community! Just last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated $13.8 million dollars to charitable organizations. Apply Today!

Job Summary and Qualifications

General Statement of Duties:

As a Patient Transporter you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient transport of patients within the hospital. Provide every patient with the highest quality of professional care and ensure the safety of the patient while in transport. Uses good body mechanics needed to care for patients. Each Transporter will be responsible for dressing and sanitizing stretchers, reading oxygen tanks to ensure tanks are full for the next patient, and restocking linen the transporting department. Demonstrates knowledge needed for proper use of wheelchairs, stretchers and other transporting equipment.

Essential Job Functions:

1.Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with nursing staff, radiology staff and other healthcare professional to coordinate patient transportation. Verify patient identification and match patients with appropriate paperwork, armbands and medical records to ensure accurate documentation and continuity of care. Understands and follows fall prevention and hand-off communication in the performance of all tasks.

2.Patient Transport: Safely and efficiently transport patients to and from designated locations within the hospital, adhering to establish protocols and safety procedures this includes transporting patients via wheelchair, stretcher or bed as necessary. Provide transportation of patients throughout the Emergency Department to help overall patient discharges.

3.Equipment Maintenance: Maintain cleanliness and functionality of transport equipment, including wheelchairs, stretchers, and other devices, by performing routine inspections and reporting any maintenance issues to appropriate personnel.

4.Professionalism:Demonstrate professionalism and courtesy at all times when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues, maintaining confidentiality and respecting the dignity and privacy of all individuals

5.Safety Protocols: Adhere to hospital policies and procedures regarding infection control, patient safety, and equipment handling to minimize the risk of accidents or injuries during patient transport. This includes proper hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment, and safe operation of transport equipment.

Additional Job Functions:

1.Signs the patient in and out on the unit or uses Teletracking Transport module and maintains iMobile communication with the transferring department.

2.May handle, pick up, deliver and/or stock non-controlled medications as directed by a licensed team member.

3.Maintains a clear transfer sheet to include the following: IV Fluids, if/when patient is oxygen dependent, Foleys, Drains, Full-Code, and any high-risk medications.

4.Supports the mission and vision of the Methodist Healthcare System and demonstrates excellent customer service at all times.

5.Understands and is committed to helping the Methodist Healthcare System and its associated facilities achieve its goals.

6.Must learn and comply with System and facility safety policies and rules; must use appropriate safety equipment and procedures at all times; must immediately report all unsafe conditions to supervisors; must be familiar with all safety features of equipment, tools or materials encompassed by job duties; and must check with supervisors (prior to job performance) if there is a question as to the safe procedure to be used for any job function.

7.Adheres to the MHS Code of Conduct and demonstrates ethical behavior as expected by our patients, colleagues and the community. Understands the personal obligation to report any activity that appears to violate applicable laws, rules regulations or the Code of Conduct itself.

8.The Transporter shall play an active roll in orientation and training of new employees. Yearly, the Transporter will participate in and complete their Job Skills/Competency checklist.

9.Completes other duties as assigned.

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

Methodist Hospital opened in 1963 as the first hospital in the now internationally acclaimed South Texas Medical Center. With over 900 beds, Methodist Hospital offers a broad range of specialties including cardiology, oncology, bone marrow transplants, emergency medicine, neurosciences, maternity care, gynecology and orthopedics. We are proud to be the largest provider of the lifesaving ECMO Program in San Antonio, are home to the largest robotics program in the world, and our Adult Blood Cancer and Stem Cell Transplant unit has become the first program to receive FACT Accreditation in North America.

As the flagship hospital, and most comprehensive medical care facility of Methodist Healthcare, we appreciate the support and recognition we receive from the community. Weve recently been named the No.1 Best Regional Hospital by the U.S. News and World Report for 2019-20. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of care possible for our patients, which is proven by our consecutive Grade A Leapfrog Hospital Safety scores. In addition, Methodist Hospital not only received a Primary Stroke Center designation from The Joint Commission, but has also received a Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification from DNV GL Healthcare, designating the facility as offering the most advanced stroke treatment available in a given geographic area. For more information, please visit our website at www.sahealth.com and select Methodist Hospital under Locations.

The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual.- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Patient Transporter opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.