Req Number 140253Job DescriptionTransports patients to and from various units as directed, safely and comfortably. Picks-up and delivers materials and/or equipment as needed.Job Responsibility
Transports patients in wheel chairs or on stretchers to and from various units as directed.
Responds to page promptly.
Uses proper body mechanics during transfer and transport.
Transports patients using wheelchairs or stretchers, as directed.
Notifies staff upon arrival of patients.
Reports any changes of patient's condition during transport to charge nurse.
Ensures proper height is kept on I.V set-up when transporting patient.
Uses Radiology information System (RIS) when applicable.
Takes necessary steps to confirm patient's identity by checking ID bracelet.Does not transport patients without ID bracelet.Operates hospital elevator in necessary and appropriate manner.
Promotes and maintains cleanliness and effective functioning of transport equipment.
Reports defective wheelchairs and stretchers to Supervisor.
Cleans transportation equipment.
Picks up and delivers materials as directed within the Hospital promptly and accurately.
Performs related duties as required.
ADA Essential FunctionsJob QualificationHigh School Diploma or equivalent, required.Minimum of one (1) year experience in a medical setting, preferred.Good communication skills-fluent in English.Physical demand are constant walking, standing, stooping, bending, turning, lifting; Frequent stretching, pulling, pushing; Occasional sitting.Additional Salary DetailThe salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).The salary range for this position is $23.15-$25.20/hourIt is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.