Valley Medical Center is seeking a Transporter for a job in Renton, Washington. Job Description & Requirements
Job Description: JOB DESCRIPTION The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands, and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization. TITLE: Patient Transporter JOB OVERVIEW: This position is responsible for assisting with expedient and professional care and throughput to include escort, transport, and other duties as assigned. DEPARTMENT: Central Transport WORK HOURS: Variable REPORTS TO: Nurse Manager/Asst. Nurse Manager PREREQUISITES:
Current licensure to practice in the State of Washington as a Certified Nursing Assistant required.
AHA BLS for healthcare providers required.
One (1) year patient care experience, preferred.
Capable of comprehending, executing, and acting within scope of practice.
Able to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
Demonstrates effective relational skills in a diverse population.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with the physical and emotional developments of all age groups.
Generic Job Functions: See Generic Job Description for Clinical Support Partner.
Essential Responsibilities and Competencies:
Requires working as part of the team at the direction of the CAR/leadership to ensure efficient patient flow.
Transport/escort patients via appropriate transport equipment along with all support equipment as necessary, i.e., IV pumps, oxygen tanks. Uses IV pole safety devices on stretchers and/or obtains appropriate help with difficult transports.
Answers phone courteously and responds to calls promptly.
Assist staff with patient positioning and movement.
Available via telephone, text, or Epic Rover, prompt response expected.
Demonstrates ability to use portable phone.
Knowledge of and adherence to isolation precautions.
Communicates with primary RN or Charge RN when picking up and dropping off patients.
Reports the following to the Registered Nurse (RN) / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Clinical Administrative Resource (CAR):
Significant signs and symptoms as directed by the RN or LPN.
Observations in changes in patient condition (such as, but not limited to, level of consciousness or mobility, breathing pattern, skin color, pain, difficulty swallowing, new wound drainage, decreased output, etc.).
Equipment that is alarming or malfunctioning.
Concerns related to patient or family behavior or emotional status or problems with patient compliance to care.
Recognizes and responds appropriately to:
(Code Blue) Cardiac/pulmonary arrest
(Code Gray) Psychiatric emergencies
Demonstrates safe use of patient care equipment.
Demonstrates understanding of the developmental/behavioral characteristics of ages served:
Neonate
Child
Adolescent
Adult
Geriatric (older adult)
UW Medicine Valley Medical Center Job ID #. Posted job title: Patient Transporter
About Valley Medical CenterAt Valley Medical Center, we witness the extraordinary power of life in every facet of our work. It’s a humbling and inspiring experience that continually reinforces our purpose: caring for people. Situated south of downtown Seattle, Valley Medical Center has been a cornerstone of Renton since its early beginnings in 1911. As the largest nonprofit healthcare provider between Seattle and Tacoma, we extend beyond the hospital walls, operating a network of over forty primary care, urgent care, and specialty clinics throughout South King County.
Valley plays a pivotal role in preserving and enhancing the health of our community. United by core values of compassion, respect, trust, and teamwork, we share a genuine passion for helping others, both patients and colleagues. By joining Valley, you become part of a remarkable and dedicated team committed to caring for our community and one another. If this excites and motivates you, consider joining our team!
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