Transporter-Per Diem-Variable

Facility Hoke Hospital Location Raeford, North Carolina Department Patient Transportation Job Family Service Work Shift Variable (United States of America) Summary Accurately and efficiently transports patients, wheelchairs stretchers and traction equipment to and from the nursing units, and ancillary departments. Uses transport equipment correctly ensuring safety measures is adhered to. Cleans repairs and maintains equipment for operability. Supports the philosophy of nursing to provide better patient care. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the mission, values and vision of Cape Fear Health System.At least 1-year experience in patient transportation services and prior hospital experience preferred. Must meet and maintain the requirements of a healthcare transporter. Must be able to meet requirements for CPR for Healthcare Provider, Nonviolent Crises Intervention (NCI) training and Restraints, Seclusion and Safety devices. Must identify, understand, and be able to regulate flow meter on E-Cylinder. Must be able to discharge/transfer patients and maneuver wheelchairs and stretchers with patients, including post mortem transport. Some heavy lifting may be required. Must be able to manipulate and monitor transport equipment, which often accompanies patients. Must be able to assume awkward positions. Must be able to display exemplary customer service skills. Must have good problem solving skills, organizational skills, flexibility, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to quickly assess situations and respond promptly and appropriately. Ability to care to pediatric, adolescent, adult, bariatric, and geriatric patients. Mandatories and competencies must be completed within the 90-day probationary period. Demonstrated competency with respect to the age specific physiological, developmental and spiritual needs of the patients typically served.Ability to move within assigned areas and throughout the medical center, and detached buildings as necessary. May require moderate to heavy lifting. Ability to stand, walk and/or bend for prolonged periods of time. Speech, visual and auditory acuity is essential for communication. Position may involve skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood. Required Licenses and Certifications BLS - American Heart Association Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity For exceptional healthcare come to Cape Fear Valley Health where caring employees are committed to integrity, patient-centeredness and excellence throughout the entire healthcare process. At Cape Fear Valley Health, our goal is to improve the quality of every life we touch. Our diverse team of doctors, nurses and staff work together to create a better experience for every patient, every time. Cape Fear Valley is a 950-bed, 8-hospital regional health system, the 8th largest in North Carolina, with more than 1 million inpatient and outpatients annually. A private not-for-profit organization with over 7,000 employees and 850 physicians. Our employees and physicians proudly serve a seven-county region of southeastern North Carolina, including Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Hope Mills, Raeford, Lumberton, Elizabethtown, Clinton, Lillington, Dunn and beyond. Our medical facilities include Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital, Cape Fear Valley Rehabilitation Center, Behavioral Health Care, Bladen County Hospital, Hoke Hospital, Central Harnett Hospital, Betsy Johnson Hospital, as well as more than 60 medical offices and specialty care clinics spread throughout the Cape Fear region.