Job Summary:

Transportation of patient to and from the radiology department utilizing proper body mechanics and ensuring patients safety in accordance with the hospital and department policies. Has knowledge of the needs of patients according to their age group and ability to modify care according to patient’s age.

Communicating with patient in a courteous manner informing them of procedure to be performed and mode of transportation. Identification of self and department when transporting patient.

Service and Quality Standards:

Service

Is Customer focused

Anticipates customer needs

Adheres to customer service standards

Is Competent, caring and compassionate

Treats coworkers and customers with dignity and respect

Demonstrates competent, caring and compassionate behavior

to customers and coworkers

People

Is conversation conscious

Assures confidentiality of patient and employee information

Is positive in interactions with others

Is courteous and respectful

Promotes a harassment free environment

Inspires the trust of others

Acts in accordance with hospital policies and code of conduct, and identifies any conflicts of interest.

Quality

Is excellent in patient care and service

Demonstrates multidisciplinary cooperation

Assists in obtaining excellent satisfaction scores of feedback

Is safety conscious

Demonstrates safety consciousness and supports safety initiatives

Is involved with improvement efforts

Supports performance improvement

Seeks ways to improve systems and services

Shows commitment to improvement efforts

Meets mandatory educational requirements

Growth

Is a loyal ambassador

Demonstrates commitment to hospital mission and vision

Is active and involved

Supports hospital initiatives

Champions innovation and supports change

Is a positive role model

Fosters team cooperation

Finance

Is a good steward of hospital resources

Develops/uses efficient work methods

Is cost effective

Conserves organizational resources

Job Responsibilities:

1. Selects appropriate mode of transportation through correlation of patients ability,

exam ordered, and age of patient: pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric

2. Transports patient in a timely manner by wheelchair or stretcher

3. Demonstrates competence in lifting and moving patient, using proper

body mechanics and proper moving equipment

4. Demonstrates competence in ability to transport patients with O2 and

IV’s maintaining appropriate administration

5. Collaborates with nursing unit to assure required documentation is

complete and patient is signed in and out appropriately

6. Assists the Radiology Technologist as needed

Education Requirements and Other Requirements:

Educational level: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Certification/Licensure -Current BLS: Required

Experience Requirements:

Working Conditions:

Extensive walking, standing, pushing and/or lifting medium to heavy weight.

Exposure Category I: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues: Al procedures or other

Job related tasks that involve inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, or a potential for spills or splashes of them are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures should be required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.