Transit Support Specialist

The Transit Support Specialist safely transports patients in wheelchairs, stretchers or hospital beds in a safe and efficient manner. Working under direct supervision, this role responds to requests timely and treats patients and families with care and kindness.<br><p><br /><b>Essential Job Function: </b></p><div><ul><li>Transports patients from one area of the hospital to another, checking their identification information to confirm that the correct person is being transported at the correct time.</li><li>Complies with safety policies and guidelines to ensure that patients are transported safely and within regulation.</li><li>Uses the appropriate Hand-Off tool (Hall Pass, Ticket-to Ride, or other) to document accurately patient status, location and condition.</li><li>Maintains a professional demeanor and provides customer service to assist staff, patients and their families and help answer any pertinent questions about transport.</li><li>Cleans and monitors equipment to find issues that would require the equipment to be replaced or repaired.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul></div><p><br /><b>Education:</b></p><div><ul><li>Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.</li></ul></div><p><br /><b>Experience: </b></p><div><ul><li>Required: 0-1 Years of experience in a hospital.</li></ul></div><p><br /><b>Licensure/Certification/Listing: </b></p><div><ul><li>Required: BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider.</li></ul></div>