Patient Transporter | Radiology | Elkhart General Hospital at Beacon Health Systems in Elkhart, Indiana

Job Description:

• JOB SUMMARY
  
  • Reports to Director. Transports patients safely between all patient care areas, using appropriate body mechanics. Assists in expediting the delivery of needed supplies.
    
    
  
  


• MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS
  
  
  
  • MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
    
    
  
  
  • VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
    
    
  
  
  • SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.
    
    
  
  
  
  


• JOB SPECIFICATIONS
  
  
  
  • Education and Experience
    
    • The knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a High School Diploma or equivalent. Must maintain current CPR certification. Patient care experience in acute facility or free-standing ambulatory surgery center is preferred.
      
      
    
    
  
  
  • Knowledge & Skills
    
    
    
    • Basic knowledge of abbreviations and medical terminology.
      
      
    
    
    • Working knowledge of equipment operation and safe use.
      
      
    
    
    • Maintain proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
      
      
    
    
    • Knowledge of Hospital Policies and Procedures.
      
      
    
    
    • Strict adherence to aseptic techniques and practices.
      
      
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • Working Conditions
    
    • At risk for occupational exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
      
      
    
    
  
  
  • Physical Demands
    
    • Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e. to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs up to 50 pounds, to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted, over 35 pounds requires assistance, provide CPR, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.