Transport Aide Position Available In Plymouth, Massachusetts

Transport Aide Signature Healthcare – 3.5

Brockton, MA Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$33K – $38.8K a year 14 hours ago Qualifications BLS Certification iOS No experience needed English High school diploma or GED Continuous improvement Patient care Communication skills Entry level Under 1 year Full Job Description Signature Healthcare is Southeastern Massachusetts’ premier local provider of quality, personalized medical services. We are comprised of the award-winning not-for-profit Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital; Signature Medical Group (SMG), a multi-specialty physician group of more than 150 physicians practicing in 18 ambulatory locations. We believe our distinctive Signature Healthcare team approach is the way healthcare should be: medical professionals across many locations communicating and collaborating, taking advantage of technologies and resources to make a difference in the lives and health of our patients.

Position Summary:

Works under the direct supervision of the Director, Patient Transport/Service Response Center. The Patient Transporter is responsible for transporting patients, charts and patient care equipment such as Wheelchairs, Stretchers, Beds, Oxygen tanks and IV Poles efficiently throughout the facility.

Location:

680

Centre Street, Brockton, MA Department:

Transport Services This is a full-time 40 hour/ week position

Responsibilities:

Transport patients between nursing units, diagnostic areas, doctors’ suites, and other areas of the hospital. Practices Hand washing technique for direct patient care. Transporters should not lift or assist in any lifting of patients. If Patient needs assistance, ask nursing for help. Consistently uses 2 patient identifiers when picking up patient for transport. Determines patient name, destination, mode of travel, time and other relevant data, following notification from the Patient Tracking Systems (TDSS) or the Service Response Center. Reports to work on time, logs into and out of both the Kronos and Patient Tracking systems (TDSS) upon the start and end of each shift. Reports to work well-groomed and in uniform consistent with the Department dress code. Wears ID badge while on duty. Identifies equipment malfunctions, removes equipment from service and informs supervisor. Make sure equipment is clean before using for transport. Makes sure all necessary transport documents are transported and handed off at their destination (chart). Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, guests, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment. Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external). Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect to differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing interpreters when needed. Respects the dignity of all by maintaining their privacy and respecting confidentiality. Adheres to administrative and departmental house rules, policies, procedures and objectives. Performs similar or related duties as assigned

BASIC KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/APTITUDE/EXPERIENCE

Interacts with fellow workers in a way that promotes cooperative relationships with patients, staff, and others by anticipating needs, being respectful, caring and courteous. Adheres to administrative and departmental house rules, policies, procedures and objectives. Demonstrates flexibility in response to changes in responsibilities and workloads. Works cooperatively with nursing division and patient testing areas to provide safe and efficient patient transport. Adheres and engages in Signature Healthcare Culture of Safety and Lean process. Adheres to safety, health and regulatory (e.g.

TJC, OSHA, HIPPA

) requirements. Must attend all mandatory education classes. Actively practices principles learned including but not limited to the following topics: Ensures the proper use of body mechanics, adherence to prescribed Infection Control and Patient Identification protocols. Adheres to universal precautions, patient rights, fire & general safety, disaster preparedness, hazard communications, and promotes continuous process improvement.

Education/Experience/Licenses/Technical/Other:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Experience :

No previous experience is required. Experience in patient care desirable.

Certification/Licensure:

BLS required (Training and Certification provided after hire).

Software/Hardware:

Proficient in iOS and Android Devices functions

Other:

Read, write, understand, and communicate the English language. Ongoing supervision is provided on a regular basis. Desired results are clearly defined, however, some independent judgment is necessary to select and apply the most appropriate procedures to achieve those results. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Read, comprehend, and follow written and verbal instructions.

Location:

Signature Healthcare •

Food Service, Dietary Schedule:

Full Time 40 Hours only, Varied, Varied, Every other Weekend, Every other Holiday