Job Summary
The Patient Transport Associate plays a vital role in the healthcare environment, primarily focusing on the secure transport of patients to various ancillary departments. This position also encompasses aiding in patient care activities, including lifting and preparing patient rooms, ensuring a supportive environment for patients and healthcare staff alike.
Responsibilities
- Securely transport patients to different departments within the hospital.
- Assist in various tasks related to patient care, including lifting patients and preparing rooms.
- Keep track of equipment inventory and ensure it is well-maintained.
- Document all transport activities accurately in medical charts.
- Collaborate with different departments to facilitate smooth operations and enhance service delivery.
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or its equivalent is necessary.
- Basic proficiency in math and verbal communication skills is required.
- Must possess a BLS certification at the Healthcare Provider level from the American Heart Association.
Legacy Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
