Description
Have you always wanted to get your healthcare career started? Are you interested in a position that offers terrific benefits and opportunities to grow? Do you enjoy working "hands on" in a team environment? Then you may be a perfect fit for our role in the Transport Services Department with Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC.
UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital is seeking a Causal Transporter to support the 71159 - Env Svs Transport department!
This position will work the mid-day shift. Hours are subject to change based on business needs.
The Transporter performs safe and efficient transport of patients and items to and from nursing units and other departments in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
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Perform inspections and disinfecting procedures on transportation equipment utilized by the department.
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Record transportation data electronically in the Transport Tracking System and/or manually on appropriate forms and logs utilized by the department.
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Delivers supplies, equipment, medication and other materials to the patient units, and other designated areas in a safe, timely, and accurate manner. Ensures that a handoff of medication occurs with the nurse.
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Report the status of transportation activities and abnormal activities to the manager in charge.
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Transport patients and adjunct equipment via prescribed vehicles between patient units, treatment centers, and their designated areas in a safe, timely, and accurate manner.
Qualifications
- Work permit required if under 18 years old.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearance
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Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
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Act 34 with renewal
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Individuals hired into this role must comply with UPMC's COVID vaccination requirements upon beginning employment with UPMC. Refer to the COVID-19 Vaccination Information section at the top of this page to learn more.
