What are the responsibilities and job description for the TRANSPORT SPECIALIST, SPECIALTY CARE TRANSPORT position at South Georgia Medical Center?
Description
Location: EMS Station One
Department: SPECIALTY CARE TRANSPORT
Schedule: Full Time, 8 HR Day Shift, 1000-1900
POSITION SUMMARY
Transports patients, patient charts, equipment and other Medical Center items throughout the hospital in a safe and orderly manner. Must be in good physical condition. Must be able to lift, bend, push, pull and walk without restrictions. Must have excellent communication skills/interpersonal skills. Normal hearing/vision. Perform safe patient handling and movement of transfers. Communicate effectively with patients, patient families and other members of the health care team. Maintains patient handling and lift equipment. Provides education related to safe patient handling and movement. Must have tolerant and positive attitude toward the public. Must be able to make sound decisions concerning safety. Understand the age appropriate care in providing service to patients. Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
High school graduate or equivalent preferred. CPR certification required. One-year work experience, preferably in health care. Four weeks of on-the- job training Demonstrates the ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships. Also demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with patients, patient families, and employees. Ability to work in a high stress environment.
WORKING CONDITIONS - ADA INFORMATION
Exposure to outside elements. Must be able to sit for long periods of time. Good physical condition. Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds, bend, pull, push, and walk without restrictions.
