Transporter DT

• DEPARTMENT: 16157 - Transportation
• LOCATION: 350 7th Street North, Naples, FL, 34102
• WORK TYPE: Per Diem
• WORK SCHEDULE: Variable

ABOUT NCH

NCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care.

NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System(TM) and we're proud to: Provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence; Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships; Have endowed chairs; Conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders, like Hospital for Special Surgery, Encompass, and ProScan.

Join our mission to help everyone live a longer, happier, healthier life. We are committed to care and believe there's always more at NCH - for you and every person we serve together. Visit nchjobs.org to learn more.

JOB SUMMARY

The transporter performs a variety of duties, to include the transportation of patients and the distribution of supplies and equipment in a way that meets the mission of the NCH Healthcare System.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs patient transportation to meet facility, patient, technical, and managerial needs.

• Performs transport services, to include selecting, stocking, labeling, mailing, and delivery of medical supplies, food products, and other material items needing transport services.

• Perform 12 Lead EKG and utilizes accurate lead placement, acquires artifact free tracings.

• Organizes assigned workload to meet facility needs.

• Complies with safety requirements and resolves problems relating to the delivery of patients, supplies, and equipment.

• Assists with pick-up and delivery needs for special functions relating to other departments.

• Assists in the retrieval and replenishment of medication from pharmacy as needed per nursing supervisor request.

• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, and quality improvement programs.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of High School or GED required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Basic computer knowledge: ability to operate a PC, create/save/print documents, input data.