Transports patients, including any oxygen, I-meds or other special equipment required by the patient, safely throughout the hospital.
Assists in moving patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers or beds.
Signs patients in and out of nursing units and departments before and after patient transport.
Transports deceased patients to the morgue or other areas as instructed.
Confirms patient identification by verbal confrontations and ID band.
Greets patients, introduces self and explains to the patient the nature of the transport.
Delivers and picks up various items from Nursing Units, Laboratory, Service Departments, Pharmacy, etc. and delivers to appropriate departments, i.e. medical records, forms, requisitions, films, specimens, Mail.
Performs other related duties as required.
Must be able to rotate shifts and work holidays when necessary.
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Qualifications
Requires organizational skills with concentration to detail. Good visual, verbal and listening skills. Must be able to deal with diverse levels of people of all ages. Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
Primary Location:MA-Salem-SLM Salem Hospital
Work Locations:
SLM Salem Hospital
81Highland Ave
Salem01970
Job:Patient Transport
Organization:Salem Hospital
Schedule:Part-time
Standard Hours:16
Shift:Rotating
Posted Shift Description:Under the direct supervision of the Supervisor and/or Desk Coordinator has the responsibility of transporting patients and material throughout the hospital. This is a part time position.
Employee Status:Regular
Recruiting Department:SLM Central Transport
Job Posting:May 3, 2024
NSMC will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran or active military status, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation.