Clinical Escort Assistant - PRN - Shift Varies - Doctors Comm Med Ctr

About the Role

Supports the safe and timely transfer of patients within the hospital while providing compassionate, professional customer service. Provides efficient, responsive service to support and optimize throughput efforts across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients in accordance with established safety policies and in collaboration with care team members.
• Assists with transfer of patients when necessary.
• Supports patient throughput through timely response to assignments and appropriate cancellation of requests.
• Ensures performance meets established expectations regarding productivity.
• Communicates effectively with care team members regarding arrival/departure of patients, necessary contact precautions, and transport of medications and/or medical equipment.
• Assists colleagues within department or other units, when necessary, to safely transport patients and/or equipment.
• Collaborates with department colleagues to prioritize transport requests during high-volume times.
• Engages in departmental process improvement initiatives and demonstrates competency in regards to safe use of equipment, electronic assignment system, and necessary computer functions for administrative duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification through the American Heart Association.

Working Conditions

There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.

Physical Demands

• Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Pay

$17.50—$19 USD per hour.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year).
• Paid Time Off.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program.
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees.
• Wellness Programs.
• Employee Assistance Programs.

Benefit offerings based on employment status.