Primary City/State:

　　San Tan Valley, Arizona

　　Department Name:

　　Patient Transport

　　Work Shift:

　　Day

　　Job Category:

　　Clinical Support

　　Great careers are built at Banner Health. We understand that talented health care professionals appreciate having options. We are proud to offer our team members many career and lifestyle choices throughout our network of facilities. Apply today, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

　　The Patient Transport department at Banner Ironwood Medical Center is an integral part of the Clinical Care Operations department which supports the patient flow and placement throughout the hospital. We offer a great culture within this 600+ bed hospital. We focus on our staff and empowering them to be engaged in the work that we do for our patients. If you have a passion for supporting the team in Patient Transport you will want to apply for this job.

　　As a Patient Transporter, your role is crucial in providing services to Banner Ironwood Medical Center. Working in a team atmosphere to transport patients with efficiency and the upmost patient safety is critical to this position. In addition to the transportation of patients, you will be responsible for transporting specimens to the lab and equipment as needed to its rightful place. If you enjoy working with a great team of professionals in an exciting environment this is the place for you. Weekend rotations are required in this role.

　　This is a part time position working 24hr/wk. You will work two 12hr shifts with the hours being 8am-8:30pm. Enjoy a flat rate $1/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-night shift differential when applicable. Rotating weekends and holidays are required.

　　Your pay and benefits (Total Rewards) are important components of your Journey at Banner Health. Banner Health offers a variety of benefit plans to help you and your family. We provide health and financial security options so you can focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life.

　　Banner Ironwood Medical Center is committed to meeting the ever-changing needs of the southeast communities of metropolitan Phoenix. Our first patient tower has 47 beds, including eight LDR rooms and can accommodate up to 86 beds when fully equipped. We also feature a full service emergency department, four surgical suites and medical imaging services. With our 80-acre campus, more than 500 beds and supporting health services could be built on our site. This means an exceptional opportunity for you to establish a career where the potential for growth is limitless.

　　POSITION SUMMARY

　　This position transports patients and distributes requested items as needed throughout the facility in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols.

　　CORE FUNCTIONS

　　Transports patients safely and efficiently between various departments following appropriate transfer techniques and proper isolation/infection control procedures. Validates patients’ identity based on established department protocol. Remains alert to patient condition and promptly communicates changes to clinical staff.

　　Assists with patient handling and lifting using appropriate patient safety equipment and appropriate safety procedures.

　　Provides distribution services of requested items between various departments as needed in accordance with established procedures that may include medications.

　　Responds to all job calls in a timely manner. May utilize computer system to track and update requests. Communicates status updates and location information as required in accordance with department protocols to help facilitate work flow.

　　Collects, cleans and disinfects patient care equipment and all other reusable items.

　　May perform supply restocking or assume clerical duties of assigned area as necessary.

　　May be required to operate golf cart to provide distribution services.

　　May be required to transport deceased persons to the facility morgue.

　　Facility based position. Responsible for the timely delivery of services with a strong focus on customer service. Customers are staff, physicians, patients, family members and visitors.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

　　Certification for BLS is required.

　　Requires interpersonal skills to operate in a direct patient contact environment. Ability to interpret verbal and written information/instructions and effectively communicate with others. Must demonstrate basic knowledge of computer skills, organizational skills, problem solving skills, and ability to function with minimal direction in a fast paced environment. If required by facility, may be required to possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under the company’s auto insurance policy.

　　Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

　　High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.

　　Six months previous healthcare or customer service experience preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology.

　　Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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