Transporter I

Position Summary

TRANSPORTER I

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedics Institute (OHJOI)

OHJOI PATIENT TRANSPORT

Full-Time

Position Summary

This self-motivated team member works independently as well as in a team setting to transport patients, equipment, Supplies, and lab specimens throughout the hospital facility. The transporter will help patients get on and off beds, stretchers, and wheelchairs. Team member will maintain a clean and safe environment by disinfecting equipment before and after patient use.

Education/Training

• Ability to read and recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
• Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers.
• Must be capable of accessing and using all department related computer systems such as but not limited

to the Epic programs that include Bed Tracking and Service Response where applicable, and Outlook Email.

• Must be able to complete required mandatory educational training.

Licensure/Certification

• BLS/HealthCare Provider certification obtained within 90 days of hire. – renewed every two years.

Experience

Six (6) months Customer Service experience or 6 months volunteer

experience preferred.

Essential Functions

• Provides safe and efficient transport of patients to all areas of the hospital. Assesses patient to determine the most effective method for transport.
• Communicates vital patient information with the department manager, group leads, and other appropriate team members.
• Responsible and accountable for reaching individual productivity standards established by the department.
• Transports charts and specimens in an efficient and confidential manner
• Maintains all transportation equipment and assure its cleanliness and sanitary condition.
• Demonstrates ability to log into and manipulate Epic Transportation Dispatching system effectively and efficiently.