Tele Transporter

Scope of Position

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Centers mission is focused on integrating quality patient care, education, and research; the Tele Transporter functions as an integral member of a team of health care providers who reflect a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect; provides patient transportation and supportive services directed towards achievement of positive patient care outcomes.

Position Summary

The Tele Transporter provides a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities as supervised and directed by department manager; transports patients including those on telemetry as assigned by cart, bed, wheelchair, and/or motor vehicle to various areas of the Medical Center. Observes patients and reports any unusual or adverse change immediately to appropriate staff. Converses with patients to convey a friendly and positive atmosphere. Assists with patient handling as required. Maintains patient transport carts, related mobile equipment and work areas; identifies opportunities for improvement in patient related care and organizational processes; participates in performance improvement activities.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire:High School Graduate or GED certificate required; One year of hospital experience in the Patient Transportation department and successful completion of Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) course required. Reading, writing and math (add, subtract, multiply, and divide) skills commensurate with job duties required.

On going: Demonstrated competence to meet essential job functions. Maintains knowledge related to patient care, quality improvement, cost reduction and current policies, procedures and protocols.