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Patient Transporter 1, PACU Recovery, Full-Time

University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Miami, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/7/2025
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Shift: Full-Time, 40 hrs. M-F Days, Evenings schedule may vary (depending on availability)

Work Location: University of Miami Hospital UTower - PACU Recovery

  • Transports patients and/or visitors from department/unit to department/unit and to and from ancillary areas to include admissions and discharge and remains attentive until their transportation arrives. Assists at the main lobby greeting patients and/or assisting with transport between assignments.
  • Identifies the correct patient for transportation prior to movement by asking the patient for name and date of birth and comparing that against the armband while maintaining patient confidentiality and patient privacy.
  • Practices good body mechanics when transferring and/or lifting patients.
  • Obtains and transports paperwork/chart with the patient.
  • Observes proper procedures and techniques during patient transport: monitors oxygen and intravenous apparatus and reports any problems or changes in patient's condition (difficulty breathing, complaints of discomfort, etc.) to nursing staff.
  • Reports defective equipment to the appropriate manager for repair.
  • Keeps hallways clear by storing equipment in the appropriate storage areas and exercise caution when moving stretchers, wheelchairs, and equipment to prevent damage to hospital property.
  • Stays current with emergency management by participating in drills, in-service training, evacuation procedures, and internal/external disaster plans.
  • Adheres to precautionary methods for patients on precautions and uses personal protective equipment as necessary and defined on precaution cards located outside of the patient room.
  • Exercises good hand-washing techniques and personal hygiene.
  • Prepares, disinfects, and covers equipment appropriately.
  • Communicates effectively with patients, visitors, and staff and is considerate of patient age, gender, culture, and stated preferences, while always maintaining patient privacy and respect.
  • (Knock, introduce, and ask for permission before entering any patient room; provide the patient a sheet for privacy and a blanket for comfort, etc.)
  • Responds promptly to requests, problems, and questions from physicians, staff, patients, and visitors.
  • Notifies appropriate personnel upon arrival/departure of patient and/or miscellaneous items at unit/department while adhering to wearing a tracker.
  • Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core Qualifications

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification and Licensing

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Experience

No experience is required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Attitudes

  • Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
  • Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
  • Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records, files, reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
  • Commitment to the University's core values.
  • Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status

Full time

Employee Type

Staff

Pay Grade

H2

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