What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Transporter position at MountainView Medical Group?
Essential Functions
- Transports patients safely between departments, maintaining patient comfort and dignity throughout the process.
- Assists patients in and out of wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds, ensuring proper lifting techniques and use of equipment to prevent injury.
- Communicates with nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers to coordinate and prioritize patient transport needs.
- Maintains a clean and sanitized environment for transport equipment, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Follows safety guidelines for patient handling and transport, reporting any concerns or incidents promptly.
- Assists with the movement of medical equipment, supplies, and documents as needed to support patient care.
- Provides excellent customer service, offering reassurance and support to patients and families during transport.
- Documents transport activities accurately, updating logs or electronic systems as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- 0-1 years of experience in a healthcare or patient support role required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and provide compassionate care.
- Basic knowledge of patient transport safety techniques and infection control measures.
- Physical stamina to lift, move, and transport patients safely.
- Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Licenses and Certifications
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
We offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- State-of-the-art facilities and equipment.
New Mexico Health Professional Loan Repayment Program offered by the State of New Mexico:
https://hed.nm.gov/financial-aid/loan-repayment-programs/health-professional
MountainView Regional Medical Center is your community healthcare provider. We are a 168-bed facility, accredited by The Joint Commission, that provides a broad range of healthcare services, including inpatient and outpatient care, diagnostic imaging and emergency, medical and surgical care. From spine surgery, minimally invasive and robotic surgery and open-heart surgery to access to preventive and primary care through an integrated delivery system, we strive to offer quality medical care to friends and neighbors in Las Cruces, Dona Ana County and throughout Southern New Mexico. As an accredited Chest Pain Center, an accredited Joint Replacement Center and an accredited Stroke Center, we are committed to offering nationally recognized care. We believe in the power of people to create an exceptional healthcare experience. With more than 1200 employees and nearly 250 physicians on staff representing more than 50 medical specialties, we work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.
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To apply, send email jessica_perez6@chs.net
