PATIENT TRANSPORT ASSOCIATE - M/W/F 36 hours at Partner's Healthcare in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Site: The General Hospital Corporation


At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.


At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.



Job Summary
*The schedule for this position is MWF 11:00AM-11:30PM. A full-time day shift (M-F; 7:00-3:30) training period is required for the first 2 weeks of employment Under the general direction of the Administrative Manager, the incumbent is responsible for transport of patients, specimens and errands to other units, special study areas and laboratories throughout the hospital complex; Incumbent retrieves ED equipment from patient care units and is responsible for internal ED patient transport. *Please see below for job description: GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: Under the general direction of the Operations Manager, the incumbent is responsible for transport of patients, specimens and errands to other units, special study areas and laboratories throughout the hospital complex; Incumbent retrieves ED equipment from patient care units and is responsible for internal ED patient transport. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Transports patients to inpatient units, clinics and special study areas. Delivers specimens to those laboratories not on the pneumatic tube system Transports deceased patients to the Morgue. Retrieves and tracks equipment owned by Emergency Department and ambulance companies. Runs errands as needed by clinical and Administrative Staff. Provides internal transport/escort of patients within the Emergency Department. Responsible for acknowledging and reporting an emergency situation, moving and lifting patients, being familiar with the operation of the oxygen tanks, recognizing other equipment and understanding special needs of pediatric patients and those in traction. Counts and checks condition of Emergency Department stretchers. Transports broken stretchers to Metal Shop for repair. Ensures each stretcher has a full oxygen tank in each basket. Patrols ED and removes empty oxygen tanks to appropriate storage. Transports used code carts to Exchange Room and delivers replacement code cart. SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Ability to read, speak, and follow oral and written instructions in English. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time. Ability to push, pull and move patients up to 300 pounds. Ability to lift items weighing 50 pounds.



Qualifications


High School Diploma or Equivalent required Successful completion of on-the-job orientation and training. Working knowledge of Safety, Universal Precaution, and OSHA guidelines.



Additional Job Details (if applicable)


Additional Job Description



Remote Type


Hybrid



Work Location


15 Parkman Street



Scheduled Weekly Hours


36



Employee Type


Regular



Work Shift


Day (United States of America)



EEO Statement:


The General Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.



Mass General Brigham Competency Framework


At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.