Transports patients discharged patients specimens and equipment throughout the facility and to offsite locations.
Job Responsibilities
Transports patients via wheelchair stretcher or bed to designated sites as requested including patients with oxygen tanks intravenous pumps drips monitors and other equipment.
Provides continuous oxygen to patients by setting the oxygen tanks to the same level already being provided.
Assists patients with entering and exiting vehicles including transfer from or to wheelchairs or stretchers.
Delivers equipment and specimens to requesting team members or department.
Assists team members with removal of deceased bodies from units and transport to morgue.
Greets and provides information and direction to patients and visitors.
May respond to Code Blue alerts including the administration of CPR.
May operate lifts and assists nursing personnel with individuals requiring two or more team members to lift.
Uses correct lifting techniques to ensure safety to the patient and team members.
May set up traction in preparation for clinicians to fit to patients assists in adjusting traction already in use and removes traction from bed and room once discontinued per physician orders.
Responsible for the pickup and delivery of supplies and equipment and transportation of patients and discharged patients to offsite locations as required.
Qualifications
High school diploma General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire
A minimum of 2 years relevant experience preferred
BLS Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position AND
Driver Valid drivers license and 21 years of age required upon hire
Skills and Attributes
Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Works under minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Physical Demands
Standing: Frequently
Walking: Frequently
Sitting: Occasionally
Lifting 025 lbs: Frequently
Lifting 2575 lbs: Rarely
Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
Carrying 025 lbs: Frequently
Carrying 2575 lbs: Rarely
Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
Pushing/Pulling 025 lbs: Frequently
Pushing/Pulling 2575 lbs: Frequently
Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Frequently
Climbing: Occasionally
Bending/Stooping: Frequently
Kneeling: Occasionally
Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
Reaching: Frequently
Talking: Frequently
Hearing: Frequently
Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
Running: Occasionally
Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles surpass goals celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE We focus on service to patients customers and team members by anticipating their needs thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
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