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Job Summary The position will transport patients between patient care areas by wheelchair, gurney, and bed within the main hospital. This position will also provide a comprehensive orientation and training program for new Patient Transport Assistants
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(06/18/2024 at 11:59pm)
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Two (2) years of Customer Service experience
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR within three (3) months of hire
- Ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic calculations.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to exhibit a professional demeanor by following standards established for dress and conduct.
- Ability and skill to safely operate wheelchairs, gurneys, electric beds, cribs, and specialty beds.
- Knowledge of proper body mechanics and patient transfer techniques, and skill to transport patients without injury to self, patient, or others.
- Knowledge of and ability to follow appropriate infection control techniques to safeguard other patients and visitors from infected patients.
- Basic knowledge of CPR, 02, IV's/pumps, feeding tubes/pumps, foley bags, and chest tubes.
- Ability to recognize problems with life support equipment or a sudden change in a patient's condition, and to report it to a licensed care provider.
- Ability to maintain composure, respond calmly, and use sound judgment should a medical emergency occur during a patient transport.
- Ability to deal effectively and kindly with patients who may be confused, upset, incoherent, and/or aggressive.
- Interpersonal skills to deal in a tactful, courteous, pleasant, and professional manner with patients, visitors, and other hospital staff, which includes individuals with various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
- Ability to perceive and read sensitively to the needs and actions of others.
- Ability and skill to answer a multi-line telephone courteously, often handling several incoming calls simultaneously, and quickly, accurately, and legibly record service requests.
- Ability to instruct student trainees, volunteers, and new employees in patient transfer techniques and other patient transport duties.
Preferred Qualifications- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification
- One (1) year of paid Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or Hospital experience
Department DescriptionThe Patient Transport Services department provides coordinated, centrally dispatched transportation services for patients being treated in the outpatient clinics and the inpatient units and diagnostic areas. The unit also provides information, reception, and assistance to patients, visitors, hospital staff, and the public.
Position Information- Salary or Pay Range: $22.98 - $28.58
- Salary Frequency: Hourly
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Career
- Percentage of Time: 100%
- Shift Hours: 10 hour shifts, variable days/nights/weekends
- Location: Main Hospital
- Union Representation: Yes, EX
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site
BenefitsOutstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis Health offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting our handy Benefits Summary and our Benefits Page
- High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
- UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
- Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
- 14 paid Holidays annually
- Paid Time Off begins at 24 days accrued per year
- Sick Leave
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program
- Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
- WorkLife and Wellness program and resources
- On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
- Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
- Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
- UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff
Physical Demands and Work Environment- Carrying, Attendance, Cleaning, Climbing, Crawling, Driving, Kneeling, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Removing, Sitting, Speaking, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear
Special Requirements- This position is a critical position and subject to a background check and drug screen. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history, identity checks and drug screen.
- As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
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