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Patient Transporter 1, Full Time
role at
University of Miami
Location UHealth Tower
Core Job Functions
Transports patients and/or visitors from department/unit to department/unit and to and from ancillary areas to include admissions and discharge and remains attentive until their transportation arrives. Transfers bodies to the morgue following appropriate protocols.
Meets productivity measures and benchmarks set by the hospital.
Assists at main lobby greeting patients and/or assisting with transport between assignments.
Identifies correct patient for transportation prior to movement by asking the patient for name and date of birth and comparing that against armband while maintaining patient confidentiality and patient privacy.
Practices good body mechanics when transferring and/or lifting patients.
Obtains and transports paperwork/chart with the patient.
Observes proper procedures and techniques during patient transport: monitors oxygen and intravenous apparatus and reports any problems or change in patient’s condition (difficulty breathing, complaints of discomfort, etc.) to nursing staff. Reports defective equipment to the appropriate manager for repair.
Keeps hallways clear by storing equipment in the appropriate storage areas and exercises caution when moving stretchers, wheelchairs, and equipment to prevent damage to hospital property.
Stays current with emergency management by participating in drills, in-service trainings, evacuation procedures, and internal/external disaster plans.
Adheres to precautionary methods for patients on precautions and uses personal protective equipment as necessary and defined on precaution cards located outside of patient room.
Exercises good hand-washing techniques and personal hygiene. Prepares, disinfects, and covers equipment appropriately.
Communicates effectively with patients, visitors, and staff and considerate of patient age, gender, culture, and stated preferences, while always maintaining patient privacy and respect.
Responds promptly to requests, problems, and questions from physicians, staff, patients, and visitors. Notifies appropriate personnel upon arrival/departure of patient and/or miscellaneous items at unit/department while adhering to wearing a tracker.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
Core Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS Certification
Minimum of six months’ experience as a courier in a hospital setting preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records, files, reports and correspondence.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status: Full time
Employee Type: Staff
Pay Grade: H2
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Higher Education
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Patient Transporter 1, Full Time
role at
University of Miami
Location UHealth Tower
Core Job Functions
Transports patients and/or visitors from department/unit to department/unit and to and from ancillary areas to include admissions and discharge and remains attentive until their transportation arrives. Transfers bodies to the morgue following appropriate protocols.
Meets productivity measures and benchmarks set by the hospital.
Assists at main lobby greeting patients and/or assisting with transport between assignments.
Identifies correct patient for transportation prior to movement by asking the patient for name and date of birth and comparing that against armband while maintaining patient confidentiality and patient privacy.
Practices good body mechanics when transferring and/or lifting patients.
Obtains and transports paperwork/chart with the patient.
Observes proper procedures and techniques during patient transport: monitors oxygen and intravenous apparatus and reports any problems or change in patient’s condition (difficulty breathing, complaints of discomfort, etc.) to nursing staff. Reports defective equipment to the appropriate manager for repair.
Keeps hallways clear by storing equipment in the appropriate storage areas and exercises caution when moving stretchers, wheelchairs, and equipment to prevent damage to hospital property.
Stays current with emergency management by participating in drills, in-service trainings, evacuation procedures, and internal/external disaster plans.
Adheres to precautionary methods for patients on precautions and uses personal protective equipment as necessary and defined on precaution cards located outside of patient room.
Exercises good hand-washing techniques and personal hygiene. Prepares, disinfects, and covers equipment appropriately.
Communicates effectively with patients, visitors, and staff and considerate of patient age, gender, culture, and stated preferences, while always maintaining patient privacy and respect.
Responds promptly to requests, problems, and questions from physicians, staff, patients, and visitors. Notifies appropriate personnel upon arrival/departure of patient and/or miscellaneous items at unit/department while adhering to wearing a tracker.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
Core Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS Certification
Minimum of six months’ experience as a courier in a hospital setting preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records, files, reports and correspondence.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status: Full time
Employee Type: Staff
Pay Grade: H2
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Higher Education
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at University of Miami by 2x
Get notified about new Patient Transporter jobs in
Miami, FL .
#J-18808-Ljbffr