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.

Essential Job Function:

• 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.
• Complies with safety policies and guidelines to ensure that patients are transported safely and within regulation.
• Uses the appropriate Hand-Off tool (Hall Pass, Ticket-to Ride, or other) to document accurately patient status, location and condition.
• Maintains a professional demeanor and provides customer service to assist staff, patients and their families and help answer any pertinent questions about transport.
• Cleans and monitors equipment to find issues that would require the equipment to be replaced or repaired.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Required: 0-1 Years of experience in a hospital.

Licensure/Certification/Listing:

• Required: BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider.