Transport Associate

Full-time Transport Associate Case Management position at INTEGRIS Health Southwest Medical Center, Oklahoma City, OK.

About the Team

INTEGRIS Health, Oklahoma’s largest not-for-profit health system, is seeking a dedicated caregiver to join us in our mission to partner with people to live healthier lives. Benefits of being an INTEGRIS Health caregiver include front-loaded PTO, medical benefits through the extensive INTEGRIS Health network, financial assistance for continued education, 24/7 mental health support and more.

Benefits

• Front-loaded PTO
• Medical benefits through the extensive INTEGRIS Health network
• Financial assistance for continued education
• 24/7 mental health support

Responsibilities

• Safely transport patients to and from various hospital departments, including surgery, radiology, diagnostic services, and patient rooms, in alignment with INTEGRIS Health’s Patient-Centered Care Initiative.
• Assist patients with mobility needs using transport equipment such as wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds, ensuring their comfort, safety, and dignity.
• Monitor patient conditions during transport and report any changes promptly to nursing staff or other health care team members.
• Respond to emergency situations using CPR and first-aid techniques, if necessary, and promptly call for additional assistance.
• Follow INTEGRIS Health's Standard Work Procedures for patient transport to ensure compliance with quality and safety protocols.
• May transport medications, ensuring proper handling and security during transport.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, clinical teams, and ancillary departments to coordinate patient transport, ensuring smooth transitions between hospital departments.
• Communicate effectively regarding patient departure and arrival times, providing status updates to health care teams as needed.
• Assist nursing staff in preparing patients for transport and ensuring that all necessary equipment (e.g., oxygen, IVs) is in place.
• Report patient transport issues or delays, providing real-time information to facilitate prompt resolution.
• Follow INTEGRIS Health’s safety protocols and Key Process Standard Work when transporting patients and handling medical equipment, ensuring compliance with infection control procedures.
• Ensure all transport equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, stretchers, transport carts) is sanitized, in good working condition, and regularly maintained.
• Adhere to supplemental oxygen safety protocols and ensure oxygen equipment is handled safely during patient transport.
• Perform weekly cleaning and inspection of transport equipment as part of INTEGRIS Health’s Infection Control Initiative to reduce the risk of contamination and ensure patient safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned by department leadership to ensure efficient operations, including assisting with hospital-wide initiatives and projects related to patient care or safety.
• Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to stay current with health care standards, INTEGRIS Health’s policies, and advancements in patient transport technology.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and health care staff.
• Ability to safely transport patients using appropriate equipment such as wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds.
• Knowledge of INTEGRIS Health’s medication handling protocols and the ability to transport medications securely.
• Basic understanding of hospital safety protocols, HIPAA regulations, and infection control procedures.
• Ability to lift, move, and assist patients using proper body mechanics and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during