Organization:

　　MPHS-Mills-Peninsula Medical Center

　　Position Overview:

　　Coordinates in-house patient transportation requests, while providing safe, timely and courteous patient transportation service throughout the facility for patients with oxygen tanks, intravenous pumps, drips, Foley catheters, and other complex equipment. Delivers deceased patients to the mortuary, following policy and procedure. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent job performance, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. May also be responsible for performing specific tasks and/or orient other staff to the department.

　　Job Description :

　　These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).

　　JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

　　PATIENT TRANSPORT SERVICES:

　　• Provides safe and efficient transport and escort of patients to and from treatment areas and operating rooms according to policy and procedure.

　　• Locates, obtains, and prepares wheelchairs and other transport equipment to departments upon request and as needed.

　　• Communicates with patients in a clear and professional manner to ensure cooperation and alleviate fear and anxiety.

　　• Operates and troubleshoots diverse equipment necessary for job performance.

　　• Ensures that routine and priority tasks are completed within established departmental time frames.

　　CLERICAL:

　　• Performs general clerical tasks, such as answering phones and interacting with customers and patients on a daily basis.

　　• Prepares and completes accurate, job related documentation, including maintaining a detailed log of transportation requests and assignments.

　　SAFETY:

　　• Maintains a clean, neat, and safe working environment, including cleaning and disinfecting equipment after use.

　　• Promotes patient safety by maintaining appropriate safety measures (side rails, patient alignment, safety straps, wheelchair locks).

　　• Inspects and calibrates equipment accordingly for proper operation and records the quality control (QC) results, reporting any malfunctions or patient injuries to the supervisor.

　　COMPLIANCE:

　　• Performs job responsibilities in compliance with department standards, policies, and procedures, as well as local, state and federal regulatory agencies to deliver the highest level of service.

　　• Maintains strictest confidence of all patient protected health information (PHI) and protects all PHI from accidental, intentional, or inappropriate disclosure.

　　EDUCATION:

　　HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

　　CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

　　BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

　　SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

　　Knowledge of various patient transport policies, procedures and equipment used in the treatment of patients with varying conditions.

　　Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

　　Possess written and verbal communications skills to communicate with fellow team members, supervisors, patients, and other hospital personnel.

　　Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

　　Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

　　Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

　　Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

　　Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).

　　Build collaborate relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve departmental and corporate objectives

　　PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:

　　See required physical demands, mental components, visual activities & working conditions at the following link: Job Requirements (https://sutterhealth.sharepoint.com/sites/JobAnalysisLibrary/Shared%20Documents/General/TEMPLATES%20%28Adobe%20PDF%29/Transport_200.pdf)

　　Job Shift:

　　Varied

　　Schedule:

　　Per Diem/Casual

　　Shift Hours:

　　8

　　Days of the Week:

　　Variable

　　Weekend Requirements:

　　Every Weekend

　　Benefits:

　　No

　　Unions:

　　No

　　Position Status:

　　Non-Exempt

　　Weekly Hours:

　　Employee Status:

　　Per Diem/Casual

　　Number of Openings:

　　2

　　Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

　　Pay Range is $29.30 to $35.14 / hour

　　The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.

　　All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.