Patient EscortReq #:0000187365Category:TransportStatus:Per DiemShift:DayFacility:Monmouth Medical CenterDepartment:Patient Escort ServiceLocation:Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740Job Overview:The Patient Escort transports patients within the hospital network in wheelchairs and stretchers from time of admission until discharge.Qualifications:Preferred:
AHA BLS
High School diploma or equivalent
Scheduling Requirements:
Day shifts vary
Rotating weekends and holidays
Per Diem
Essential Functions:
Demonstrates ability to interact and communicate appropriately with patients
Functions in an emergency situation as a team member with guidance from supervisory personnel
Maintains patient transport equipment (i.e. wheelchairs) in a safe manner
Picks up and delivers equipment and specimens as requested
Properly identifies the patient
Records assignments in the Escort Log, signing patient on and off units
Reports any equipment problems immediately to appropriate personnel
Transports patients in a safe and timely manner
Transports patients throughout various units/departments within Center
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