PT Patient Transporter Morning Shift - Stamford Health : Job Details

Job DescriptionStamford Health is seeking a part-time morning shift Transporter/15hr per week.Under the direction of the Central Transport Manager, the Transporter will provide safe and efficient transport of patients to nursing units, ancillary departments, patient rooms, diagnostic areas, and other areas of the hospital. Safe and efficient transport of patients to all areas of the hospital. Transport charts and specimens in an efficient and confidential manner. Rounding of Oxygen tanks daily and posses' ability to inspect gauges to determine when an oxygen tank and/or regulator needs servicing. Use of proper log-in log-out procedures using the Tele Tracking automated system. Proper use of IVR/ iPhone for all trips. Respond to transport trip request within 10 minutes from the time the trip alert is relayed to the beeper with proper equipment and linens. Verify patient identity by checking Patients Name, D.O.B and Medical Record Number on wristband verifying it to the patient's chart. Following the second step procedure by asking patient their name and D.O.B. Assuring that no patient is taken from the unit without a patient wrist band. Retrieve ticket to ride and get signature from patient's RN and properly communicating patient information with testing department. Maintain and clean all transportation equipment based on established infection control guidelines. Adhere to all isolation procedures using gowns, mask, gloves, where appropriate. Aid in informing customers, nursing units, and ancillary departments of delay Identify self when addressing patients, families, visitors, and co workers Use proper lifting techniques when moving a patientQualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent required.Strong customer service and interpersonal skills required.Basic English reading, writing and verbal skills required.Prior healthcare experience is highly preferred.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment required.Ability to lift, pull and push for extended periods of timeAbout UsAbout Stamford HealthStamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system's 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation. Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a High-Performing Hospital. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five-star hospital for Overall Quality and The Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an A for patient safety. The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified™ Great Place to Work. Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has recently expanded its relationship with Columbia to offer treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center's nationally recognized heart surgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care right in Stamford, Connecticut. Additionally, in 2020 Stamford Health's Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center entered into an expanded collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center. Dedicated to being the community's most trusted health care partner, Stamford Health puts patients first to build long-lasting relationships. For more information, visit StamfordHealth.org. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.About the TeamWhy work for Stamford Health?Stamford Health offers an extremely competitive salary with generous shift differentials where appropriate. Our Total Rewards Program is ranked as one of the highest satisfiers based on our employee engagement surveys. With over 100 transfers and promotions each year for the past 5 years, Stamford Health is a place for you to grow and develop your career. Many departments from Nursing to Information Systems and Rehabilitation have Career Ladder programs that foster career development.Whether employees choose to live in the greater Stamford, CT area or commute from New York or Fairfield, we offer free convenient parking and free transportation from the Stamford train stations. Our collaborative with Hospital for Special Surgery, and the Dana Farber Brigham and Women's Cancer Care Collaborative, connect us directly with world class expertise, research, resources and technology to put us at the forefront of patient care. We have a robust Professional Development and Organization Development program that provides both clinical and non-clinical staff with the opportunity to develop and grow professionally.For organizational leaders, we offer a comprehensive New Manager Orientation four times per year. Our program designed specifically for Stamford Health will help prepare today's and tomorrow's leaders for success with an innovative curriculum based on best practices. It will also enhance the skills of our leaders that bring their fresh leadership perspective from other organizations.