**Primary City/State:**
Loveland, Colorado
**Department Name:**
Banner Staffing Services-WR
**Work Shift:**
Varied
**Job Category:**
Clinical Support
**Primary Location Salary Range:**
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Great careers start with great training. The people of Banner Health are focused on delivering excellent care to our patients. In return, we are committed to excellence in personal development for all our team members. Apply today.
As a Patient Transporter, you will play a vital role in the safety of our patients by assisting nurses with moving/transporting patients throughout the facility with various equipment, including wheelchairs and stretchers. You will be joining our very energetic, engaged, and customer service focused team that we like to call family! Transporters are constantly on the move in this fast-paced environment, walking the equivalent of 7-10 miles per shift! You will have the opportunity to build relationships with the goal of making an impact on our patients at such an important time in their lives.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for Healthcare Providers is required (must meet AHA curriculum guidelines and skills session must be in-person).
**Current Shifts Available in Loveland: 8 hour shifts between** **6:30am - 11:00pm.** **You can choose your shift times and days of the week.**
Enjoy a flat rate $1.50/hr weekend shift differential and a $5.00/hr-night shift differential (must meet hour/shift requirements to be eligible for differentials).
**Banner Staffing Services (BSS) offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health.** Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions are great way to start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health. Banner Health offers employment options to match your career and lifestyle needs. We will meet you where you are and how you want to work! Learn more at https://youtu.be/Pu3VR3tGlw0
As a valued and respected Banner Health team member, you will enjoy:
+ Competitive wages
+ Paid orientation
+ Flexible Schedules (select positions)
+ Fewer Shifts Cancelled
+ Weekly pay
+ 403(b) Pre-tax retirement
+ Resources for living (Employee Assistance Program)
+ MyWell-Being (Wellness program)
+ Discount Entertainment tickets
+ Restaurant/Shopping discounts
**Registry/Per Diem positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered.** Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment, drug screen and background check (includes employment, criminal and education) is required.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position transports patients and distributes requested items as needed throughout the facility in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Transports patients safely and efficiently between various departments following appropriate transfer techniques and proper isolation/infection control procedures. Validates patients’ identity based on established department protocol. Remains alert to patient condition and promptly communicates changes to clinical staff.
2. Assists with patient handling and lifting using appropriate patient safety equipment and appropriate safety procedures.
3. Provides distribution services of requested items between various departments as needed in accordance with established procedures that may include medications.
4. Responds to all job calls in a timely manner. May utilize computer system to track and update requests. Communicates status updates and location information as required in accordance with department protocols to help facilitate work flow.
5. Collects, cleans and disinfects patient care equipment and all other reusable items.
6. May perform supply restocking or assume clerical duties of assigned area as necessary.
7. May be required to operate golf cart to provide distribution services.
8. May be required to transport deceased persons to the facility morgue.
9. Facility based position. Responsible for the timely delivery of services with a strong focus on customer service. Customers are staff, physicians, patients, family members and visitors.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Certification for BLS is required.
Requires interpersonal skills to operate in a direct patient contact environment. Ability to interpret verbal and written information/instructions and effectively communicate with others. Must demonstrate basic knowledge of computer skills, organizational skills, problem solving skills, and ability to function with minimal direction in a fast paced environment. If required by facility, may be required to possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under the company’s auto insurance policy.
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
Six months previous healthcare or customer service experience preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
**Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner):**
2024-12-25
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