Patient Transfer Aide - Finger Lakes Health : Job Details

+ Geneva General Hospital is looking for Patient Transfer Aides to join their team!This is a rewarding position, perfect for anyone interested in learning more about healthcare in a hospital setting.Available Shifts are Eve, Day/EveWeekend and Holiday Rotation5% differential rates for Eve!3 Week PTO and Amazing Benefits!Position SummaryThe Patient Transfer Aide, transfers patients throughout areas of service at Geneva General Hospital. Patients are transported in wheelchairs, and stretchers. This is a very important position, because it collaborates with every unit, to ensure patients are able to receive the best care possible.EducationHighschool education or equivalentCertification RequiredGeneva General Hospital provides the required Basic Life Support training and certification, through the Resuscitation Quality Improvement program (RQI). Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training is also required training, that Geneva General Hospital provides.ExperienceCustomer Service experience in a healthcare setting is preferredEssential Job FunctionsProvides safe transportation for patients using various modes, such as wheelchairs, and stretchers. Assists nursing personnel with transporting medically complex patients to ensure safe and continuous monitoring. Transports patients utilizing infection prevention practices as appropriate. Responds to calls in a timely manner. Promptly communicates any delays to appropriate area. Utilizes established communication tools such as the Ticket to Ride. Performs non-routine work assignments as assigned by Nurse Manager or Clinical Leader. Assists customer in locating various departments. Displays a warm and welcoming demeanor to patients and families. Prioritizes requests and communicates expected response times. Plans work and routes taken in order to maximize efficiency.Salary Range: $17.24-$18.21