Transporter - NCP Services in Anniston, Alabama at Northeast Alabama Regional Medical Center

Provides basic patient care under direction of nursing staff by transporting patients to areas such as operating rooms or x-ray rooms using wheelchairs, stretchers, or movable beds. May maintain stocks of supplies or clean and transport equipment. Responsible for providing transport services from and to patient rooms in a safe and timely manner.

• Greets patients and families in a professional and caring manner.
• Request is examined for patient location and mode of transportation before leaving department.
• Instructions regarding patient’s condition need for oxygen, gathering required equipment and taking it to the floor in an appropriate manner
• Safety policies are known and followed.
• Have knowledge of hospital policies and the functions of other departments.
• Must be acquainted with local fire and safety regulations.
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of patient.
• Wheelchairs and stretchers are checked frequently to ensure they function properly and are reported to the supervisor.

High school diploma or GED required. Current BLS/CPR required.