What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospital Transporter position at Trinity Health Michigan?
Department: Hospital Transport
Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor
Transfer and transport patients safely and effectively from patient care areas to and from diagnostic/ testing areas.
Shift Available: 3:00p - 11:30p or 11:00p - 7:30a
Status Available: Full-Time
Required Qualifications:
Education
- High school diploma or GED recommended. Basic skills in reading, writing, and arithmetic.
Experience
- Prior healthcare experience is not required.
Total Rewards and Benefits:
- Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
- Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
- Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
- Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
- Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity Health
- Tuition Reimbursement
What you will do:
- Transport stable, non-monitored patients from patient care areas to and from diagnostic/ testing areas (such as CT, X-ray, Angio, Hemo) and to inpatient units for admissions.
- Able to effectively communicate with the patient, family, visitors, and the direct care providers.
- Transporters are to directly speak with the RN or the Healthcare Provider prior to a transport and when the patient returns to the unit.
- Transporters are to assist the patient with his/her restroom needs as necessary.
- Able to safely transfer patients using a transfer device such as a patient sling, slide board, or other hospital approved transfer devices.
- Cleans transport equipment between each patient use.
- Transport, locate, and redistribute equipment such as stretchers, wheelchairs, Airpals, Stryker Glides, oxygen, and other necessary equipment to perform transports.
- Replaces oxygen tanks as needed (less than 500 psi).
- Provides directions to families and/or visitors.
- Maintains current BLS certification.
- Attends and participates in departmental meetings and continuing educational activities.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
