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.

  Current CPR by American Red Cross/American Heart