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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location houston, Texas

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Transporter

Emergency Room

Description:

POSITION SUMMARY (Emergency

Room Transporter) -- Under the general supervision of the Director and Manager

of the Emergency Room and under the Transportation Supervisor, the Transporter

is responsible for transporting patients to and from the Emergency Room safely,

comfortably, and efficiently. Utilizes various equipment for different

transport modes, is knowledgeable of safety precautions in transporting patients.

Understands and follows the written and verbal instructions regarding patient

information. Manages moving of patient support devices such as IVAC pumps,

oxygen, etc. and maintains integrity of the above as well as all lines, leads,

etc. attached to the patient. Employee acts as a representative of the

department in all communications and actions with the patients, their families,

nurses and physicians. Position requires exertion in pushing, pulling and

transfer of patients for long periods, with proper body mechanics. Must follow

and adhere to all federal and state laws and regulations, as well as the HCA

Code of Conduct and WHMC Performance Standards.

KNOWLEDGE

AND SKILLS

Must have exceptional communication and patient care

skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills and problem solving ability.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma

LICENSURE AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

Current BLS from

American Heart Association