Transporter, Patient Care Technician

Please be advised that this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and the Service Employees International Union Local 73 (SEIU-73). Pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement, Cook County will exhaust internal eligible applicants prior to considering external applicants. Cook County is assembling a list of qualified candidates for this position that will be considered should the position not be filled with internal eligible applicants.

Location: John H. Stroger Hospital

Department: In Patient Transportation

Shift: 3pm – 11pm

Posting Salary: 21.304 – 22.618 hourly

Salary is commensurate with years of experience indicated at time of application. Experience not disclosed or documented will not be considered for initial step placement.

Provides efficient transport of patients to and from diagnostic and treatment areas throughout the hospital, and timely transportation of expired patients from the unit to the morgue in a safe and customer-service-oriented manner.

• Transports patients using equipment such as wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds; may include attachments such as oxygen and infusion pumps
• Identifies patient information and medical record, equipment to be used, and assists with the transfer to ensure the correct patient is identified for transport.
• Utilizes telephones and pagers to receive and confirm patient pick-up requests and uses computers to navigate patient dispatch information.
• Follows nurses lead and direction for patient safely
• Returns any unused equipment to the department to be dispensed throughout the hospital
• Clean and sanitize all transport equipment as designated
• Abides by Cook County Health & Hospital System (CCHHS) personnel rules and CCHHS rules of conduct
• Performs related duties as required

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required (must provide proof at time of interview)

• Previous experience as a hospital transporter is preferred.

• Knowledge necessary to mobilize patients and maneuver transport equipment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population comprised of diverse cultures and age groups
• Willingness and ability to abide by CCHHS personnel rules and the CCHHS Rules of Conduct
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient related materials in compliance with HIPAA requirements.
• Ability to operate telephones and electronic pagers to receive and confirm patient pick up requests.
• Ability to operate computers to perform simple dispatch navigation tasks.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend is essential for patient safety and prevention of transport errors
• Ability to see and hear clearly (including with correction)
• Ability to prioritize, manage time, solve problems, and take initiative
• Ability to function autonomously and as a team member
• Ability to work flexible work hours, including nights and weekends
• Demonstrated attention to detail, and accuracy for noting any special precautions concerning patient safety
• This position occasionally requires various types of physical exertion including but not limited to climbing, lifting, pushing, pulling, kneeling and crouching, prolonged standing, walking, bending at waste, operating equipment, and moving moderate to heavy weight.

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.

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