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HCA Healthcare Transporter in El Paso, Texas
Description
Introduction
Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) Transporter with Del Sol Medical Center you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!
Benefits
Del Sol Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Del Sol Medical Center family! We will give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic Transporter to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential!
Job Summary and Qualifications
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for the safe and timely transportation of patients from one department to another. Insures completion of all preoperative actions. Assists Nursing and Ancillary department with patient movements and lifts. Assists nursing staff s with patient movements for the purpose of patient care and comfort. Communicates effectively with hospital staff, medical staff, and patient family members.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Under the direction of the Transportation Supervisor, transporters are responsible for the safe and timely transportation of patients from Nursing areas and Ancillary departments. Adhering to the three fundamental goals of Transportation, (1) to transport patient safely, (2) assure completion of preoperative actions, (3) communicates effectively with hospital staff, medical staff, patients, and patient family members.
Transporters are responsible for compliance with all Administrative Policies and Procedures, Nursing Standards Policies and Procedures, and Transportation Departmental Policies and Procedures.
Assists in all Nursing areas with patient lifts, transfers, and patients’ movements dealing with patient comfort and care.
Responsible for the retrieval of supplies and equipment needed to facilitate the transfer, safety and well being of patients and staff. (i.e. portable suction machines, portable 02, protective clothing and mask).
Liable for the delivery of patients chart and the notification of appropriate personnel as to the patient’s location at all times. (Patients Nurse, Monitor tech, Radiology tech, etc.).
Responsible to adhere to Infection Control Policies and Procedures.
Responsible for the completion of Skill Level Competencies. (Oxygenation of patients and Body Mechanics and Lifting techniques).
Required to maintain a current CPR certification to fulfill job related tasks.
Strictly adheres to the hospitals Mission and Values, and patient Care Path, responding to the needs of the patient.
Communicates, cooperates and performs related duties with other members of the hospital staff in a courteous and efficient manner to achieve overall hospital goals and objectives, maintaining the hospitals integrity towards its mission and values.
Responds to requests from patients, physicians and visitors in a courteous and efficient manner, demonstrating positive interpersonal skills.
Comply with all safety driving standards set by law, and maintains a safe driving record.
Respond to all codes with exception of Code Blue.
Performs individually or as a team member during inclement weather as assigned, observing safe driving standards for extreme hazardous weather conditions, using snow chains, and equipment to accomplish the task at hand.
Transporters are to exhibit a positive form of communications skill when dealing with patients, both verbally and non-verbally.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS
Drivers License preferred but not required
CPR certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire date.
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Graduation from high school or equivalent preferred.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Experience in a healthcare environment is preferred but not required
Bilingual with English and Spanish preferred but not required.
Del Sol Medical Center (https://laspalmasdelsolhealthcare.com/location/del-sol-medical-center/) is a full service, acute-care hospital in east El Paso, Texas. We have a Level II trauma designation . This facility has 300+ patient beds . Our range of services (https://laspalmasdelsolhealthcare.com/locations/del-sol-medical-center/services.dot) include emergency care, cardiac care, women’s services, Level III NICU, rehabilitation, a bariatric clinic (https://loseweightelpaso.com/) , and a Minimally Invasive Surgery Center . Del Sol Medical Center is part of Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare. We are a leading healthcare provider for El Paso and the surrounding region that is part of HCA Healthcare.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Transporter opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.