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CULLMAN REGIONAL

RADIOLOGY CLERK/ESCORT_PT

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What they do

A Patient Transporter or Orderly moves hospital patients from one place to another and cleans equipment and facilities. May assist with basic care of patients such as feeding and dressing. Works in hospitals or in long-term care facilities.

$32,118 / year median in Alabama

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Summary:
Track data and create reports as needed for quality purposes. Receive and screen phone calls, taking accurate messages as needed. Verify order has all required components as well as precertification if required prior to entering into hospital system. Enter requisition in hospital system with accuracy per physician written order. Transport patient safely to and from exam room ensuring all required monitoring devices and O2 are transported. Provide appropriate hand-off communication to next caregiver. Assist techs with patient care and other departmental needs as requested. Demonstrate and encourage team behavior and exceptional patient/guest experiences. Uphold and promote patient safety and quality.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent degree
Experience:
1 to 3 months on-the-job training.
Additional Skills/Abilities:
Communication skills, some computer skills, task-orientated, and good organizational skills needed.