Patient Transport Tech - VCU Health : Job Details

The Patient Transport Tech I transports patients with an automated external defibrillator (AED) to and from nursing units in support of direct patient care. Respond and assist with medical emergencies and Telemetry messages from cardiac monitoring devices in order to notify clinicians or technologists appropriately. Transport cardiac patients and react to radiology/non-radiology treatment/procedural areas, and cardiac units. Delivers specimens, medications and medical equipment throughout the organization. Provides assistance by managing patient flow to the Emergency Department and Bed Management to prevent and relieve diversions and high census. Ensures patient safety utilizing Behavior Expectation for Error Prevention (BEEP) tools. Works collaboratively with fellow team members to provide a safe, caring, respectful and comfortable experience for all. Assists with emergency medical responses.Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For HireCPR preferredNational Association of Healthcare Transport Management (NAHTM) Certified Healthcare Transporter (CHT) preferredLicensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Continued EmploymentCPR certification required within 30 days of hire dateNational Association of Healthcare Transport Management (NAHTM) Certified Healthcare Transporter (CHT) preferredExperience REQUIREDPrevious experience using a personal computer and various software applications, including Microsoft, e-mail, etc.Strong communication, interpersonal, and critical-thinking skills.Experience PREFERREDOne (1) year previous work experience in a healthcare setting and/or in customer servicePrevious experience in intense and high-stress clinical environments and/or situationsEducation/training REQUIREDHigh school graduate or equivalentEducation/training PREFERREDPost High School courses from an accredited program, in an allied health or healthcare-related fieldIndependent Action(s) RequiredUses critical-thinking skills to recognize changes in a patient's baseline status before and during transport, which may include medical emergenciesRecognizes changes in a patient's baseline status before transporting.Interacts effectively with nursing units, physicians, technologists and patients.Documents specimen and medical equipment inventories.Efficiently utilizes Tele Tracking XT, Cerner, Epic, MX-40, bed exit alarm, Power chart, Orchestrate, Vocera and iPhone for direct patient careFollows hospital and departmental policies.Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.Supervisory Responsibilities (if Applicable)N/AAdditional Position RequirementsMust be prepared to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, extended hours and during inclement weather to ensure patient flow and throughputEmployee is subject to outside environment conditions when providing requested servicesAge Specific Groups ServedAllPhysical Requirements (includes Use Of Assistance Devices As Appropriate)Physical: Lifting up to 35 lbs.Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Walking (distance)Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical ThinkingEmotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent changeEEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.