TRANSPORTER
Part-timeKarns, TNPart-timeSeen 1mo ago
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Job overview
Covenant Health Inc. is hiring a TRANSPORTER. The Transporter role at Parkwest Medical Center supports patient movement and related tasks, adhering to safety protocols and communication standards while assisting with equipment use and patient flow within the hospital environment.
Key focus areas include Transport patients to and from destinations using wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds, Monitor and utilize the patient flow board for assignments, and Perform defined safety protocols including double identification and isolation procedures.
Preferred (not required): Patient Transport, Wheelchair Operation, Stretcher Operation, and Bed Transfer.
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Overview
Transporter
PRN/OCC, Variable Hours and Shifts
Parkwest Overview:
Parkwest Medical Center , Covenant Health’s flagship facility in West Knoxville, combines world-class cardiac expertise with the warmth of home in serving a vibrant East Tennessee community. Since 1973, Parkwest has grown into the region’s largest hospital in the area, offering advanced services like an all-digital catheterization lab, comprehensive breast health, emergency, and critical care. It’s consistently ranked among Tennessee's top 10 hospitals by U.S. News & World Report and earns national recognition as a Top 100 Heart Hospital, as well as an “A” safety grade from Leapfrog. As part of Covenant Health, the region’s largest employer, Parkwest Medical Center, marries cutting-edge technology with compassionate, community-centered care, earning accolades for cardiology, stroke, surgical excellence, and patient safety.
To learn more about Parkwest Medical Center and our units, visit Covenant Health Parkwest Medical Center Opportunities .
Position Summary:
Transportation of hospital patients and supplementary items. Performs defined safety protocols. Provides support assistance/ activities as needed.
Responsibilities
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Transports patients to and from destinations. Accommodates varying degrees of complexity such as the use of oxygen, proper isolation precautions, CPR, lifting and transfer techniques, etc., along with the effective use of equipment such as wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds.
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Monitors and utilizes the patient flow board for assignments.
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Performs defined safety protocols (i.e. double identification, various isolation procedures, equipment maintenance and cleaning, etc.).
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Maintains open lines of communication between patients, family, physicians, peers, and leadership.
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Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
None specified; will accept any combination of formal education and/or prior work experience sufficient to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skill and ability needed to perform the essential tasks of the job, typically such as would be equivalent to a high school diploma or GED. Preference may be given to individuals possessing a HS diploma or GED.
Minimum Experience:
None
Licensure Requirement:
CPR required
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Job Title TRANSPORTER
ID 4619947
Facility Parkwest Medical Center
Department Name CENTRAL TRANSPORT
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