Patient Transporter

• 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.

• 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.
• An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.

Demonstrates proficiency in patient transport, safety procedures, and effective communication within a clinical environment. Possesses essential certifications and skills to ensure compliance with health and safety protocols.

• BLS Certification
• Patient Transport Techniques
• Infection Control Procedures
• Computer Skills
• Interpersonal Skills

• Patient Handling
• Safety Equipment Usage
• Supply Restocking
• Clerical Duties
• Disinfection Procedures

• Organizational Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Effective Communication

• BLS Certification
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

• Patient Care
• Clinical Staff Communication
• Fast Paced Environment
• Transfer Techniques
• Department Protocols

• Computer System
• Golf Cart Operation