Patient Transporter jobs in Greensboro, NC

Patient Transporter transports patients to and from their inpatient beds and other areas like therapy, surgery or radiology. Other responsibilities include retrieving medical records, lab results, supplies and medications. Being a Patient Transporter may require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Patient Transporter typically reports to a supervisor. The Patient Transporter may require 0-1 year of general work experience. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Nursing Tech I/Transporter
  • Cone Health
  • Greensboro, NC PART_TIME

  • Overview

     Provides basic patient care according to the skills and competency guidelines set by the N.C. Division of Facility Services and the North Carolina Board of Nursing, Nurse Aide Central Registry. Provides patient care under the supervision of the Nurse, reporting observations, and documenting within the scope of practice into the EMR. Assists with transporting patients as needed. May have access to non-controlled medication storage areas on the patient care areas if and only when their job responsibilities require that access, such as transferring non-controlled substance medications from one storage location site to another or when helping other licensed healthcare professionals retrieve non-controlled substance medications. Talent Pool: Nursing Support

     

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     Performs direct patient care based on the requests and needs as specified by patient and family, being age appropriate. Provides personal attention for patients that is conducive to recovery by providing assistance with activities of daily living: bathing, shaving, mouth care, skin care and progressive mobility. Obtains accurate vital signs and documents in timely manner. Reports findings outside normal parameters to nurse for appropriate intervention. Keeps licensed staff informed of all responsibilities on an ongoing bases, ensuring prompt notification in the event of a problem or potential problem. Addresses patient's quality of life issues in relationship to nutrition/hydration/elimination by: Providing assistance with meal set-up and/or feeds patients as needed, distributing nutritional supplements and snacks according to patients plan of care, monitor and document intake and output accurately and notifying RN staff of observations as appropriate (i.e. no bowel movement, diarrhea, concentrated urine), empties foley catheters at end of shift and as needed. Performs intentional hourly rounding and anticipates patient needs. Responds to needs of all patients on the unit, not just in assigned group. Assists with admissions, transfers, and discharges to support patient throughput. Receives and responds to nurse delegation. Works with nurse to set priorities when receiving multiple requests.--------------------------------------------------Promotes a positive and efficient departmental atmosphere. Promotes patient satisfaction through personal interaction, meeting patient needs in a timely fashion. (Patient rounding as appropriate.). Provides a clean and comfortable environment for patients. Assists with lost or left behind patient belongings. Reports patient status, patient/family concerns or unsafe conditions, as occur. Responds to call lights/intercom/telephones. Directs questions and problems to appropriate person, recognizing the need to seek assistance when necessary. Provides assistance/support to patients and significant others. Assists with bed assignments, transfers and discharges. Monitors patient activity on and off unit. Collects non-controlled medications, distributing to appropriate licensed personnel on the unit. Observes Video Surveillance cameras. Communicates regarding equipment maintenance and repairs. Assists with maintaining a clean and safe environment.--------------------------------------------------Demonstrates personal accountability. Responds appropriately to emergency situations (Cone Health Codes) and demonstrates knowledge of how to respond. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals (including compliance with Infection Prevention, Hand Hygiene, etc.). Always uses appropriate safety devices and techniques (examples: using safe lift equipment and needle safe devices; pushing carts; correctly lifting copy paper). Protects all confidential information and obeys all HIPAA regulations. Adheres to all organizational and departmental policies and procedures, including dress code and attendance. Documents time accurately using Kronos. Completes all departmentally required education, competencies, and/or proficiencies.--------------------------------------------------Performs clerical activities. May need to assist with scheduling follow up appointments for patients. Enters charges and maintains accurate accommodation codes. Helps meet regulatory compliance standards; Refrigerator temps, track device day data, daily BCA checks, safety rounds, appropriate CHL audits. Makes sure fall risk patients have correct armbands and correct color of socks, as well as correct signage and monitors bed alarm compliance. Maintains adequate paperwork concerning patient information (Patient logs, Patient Labels, Transfer/Admission logs) and communication with physician practices. Maintains proper inventory levels on all supplies and other items necessary for the operation of the department. Assists in maintaining unit inventory of supplies, equipment, nourishments, and instruments and office supplies. Requests supplies from portable equipment - Compression Stockings, IV pumps, etc.--------------------------------------------------Assists with patient transport as necessary--------------------------------------------------

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    EDUCATION:High School Diploma or equivalent, Required

     

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    LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING:REQUIREDNAI | Nurse Aid IBLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare ProviderCurrently listed, in good standing, as Nurse Aide I with the North Carolina, Division of Facilities Services.PREFERRED
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Patient Coordinator
  • Aspen Dental
  • Greensboro, NC FULL_TIME
  • At Aspen Dental, we put You first, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program, competitive...
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Patient advocate
  • Cone Health Employee Health & Wellness
  • Eden, NC FULL_TIME
  • Overview The role of the Patient Access Advocate II is vital to our front office operations. This role allows you to expand on your proven customer service and medical technology skill sets and positi...
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Patient Coordinator
  • Aspen Dental
  • Mebane, NC FULL_TIME
  • At Aspen Dental, we put You first, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program, competitive...
  • 23 Days Ago
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Patient specialist
  • Cone Health Employee Health & Wellness
  • Burlington, NC FULL_TIME
  • Overview Talent Pool - Adminsitartive & Clerical The purpose of this position is to register all patients needing services. The role is responsible for obtaining accurate and complete demographic, fin...
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Patient specialist
  • Cone Health Employee Health & Wellness
  • Reidsville, NC FULL_TIME
  • Overview Talent Pool - Administrative & Clerical The purpose of this position is to register all patients needing services. The role is responsible for obtaining accurate and complete demographic, fin...
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0 Patient Transporter jobs found in Greensboro, NC area

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Lead Patient Service Representative
  • Triad Adult and Pediatric Medicine, Inc
  • Greensboro, NC
  • Job Description Job Description Position Summary: The primary purpose of this position is to greet, direct patients and ...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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MRI Technologist
  • Cone Health
  • Greensboro, NC
  • Overview: This position is responsible to maintain regulatory and professional standards and exhibit strong decision-mak...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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TRAVEL NURSE RN IN GREENSBORO, NC
  • TWG Staffing
  • Greensboro, NC
  • Duties: JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible to maintain regulatory and professional standards and exhibit strong d...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Bilingual Patient Service Representative
  • Triad Adult and Pediatric Medicine, Inc
  • Greensboro, NC
  • Job Description Job Description Position Summary: The primary purpose of this position is to greet and direct patients a...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Bilingual Patient Service Representative
  • Triad Adult and Pediatric Medicine, Inc
  • Greensboro, NC
  • Job Description Job Description Position Summary: The primary purpose of this position is to greet and direct patients a...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Radiologic CT Technologist
  • Cone Health
  • High Point, NC
  • Overview This position is responsible to maintain regulatory and professional standards and exhibit strong decision-maki...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Patient Services Coordinator III
  • Novant Health
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • Overview: Novant Health is seeking a Patient Service Coordinator III to be responsible for timely and accurate recording...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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MRI Technologist
  • Cone Health
  • Greensboro, NC
  • Overview: This position is responsible to maintain regulatory and professional standards and exhibit strong decision-mak...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Greensboro, North Carolina

Greensboro (/ˈɡriːnzbʌroʊ/ (listen); formerly Greensborough) is a city in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It is the 3rd-most populous city in North Carolina, the 68th-most populous city in the United States, and the county seat and largest city in Guilford County and the surrounding Piedmont Triad metropolitan region. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 269,666, and in 2015 the estimated population was 285,342. Three major interstate highways (Interstate 40, Interstate 85, and Interstate 73) in the Piedmont region of central North Carolina were built to intersect at this city. In ...
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Income Estimation for Patient Transporter jobs
$27,410 to $35,110
Greensboro, North Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago
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What does a Patient Transporter do?

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Typically, a patient transporter employed by a hospital or other medical service provider normally has to undergo some basic first aid training because many patients need immediate medical assistance and transporter teams do not typically include doctors.
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Drivers taking patients for lab tests or doctor visits usually know basic first aid and life-saving measures.
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“It is important to keep patients moving throughout the facility with less wait time, less confusion, and less stress.
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