Job Opportunity at Wheeling Hospital
Transports patients from various hospital departments to and from the Diagnostic Services Department.
Minimum Qualifications :
- High School graduate or equivalent
- CPR certification within 90 days of hire
Preferred Qualifications :
Successful completion of a patient care aide- training program or equivalent.Core Duties and Responsibilities :
Maintains accurate records of patient transport to and from D.S. Department.Utilizes RIS to properly check-in and check-out patients.Demonstrates basic knowledge of IVAC pumps, drainage devices, catheters, restraints and oxygen tanks.Demonstrates proficiency with regards to stretchers / carts, wheelchairs, O2 tanks, transfer devices and personal protective equipment.Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to communicate and provide a safe environment for infants, pediatric, Adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.Physical Requirements :
Must be able to exert 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Visual acuity must be within normal ranges.Must be able to position, lift, move patients of all weights with varying amounts of assistance in a fair manner on a regular and recurring basis.Frequent walking, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping and feeling are necessary body movements utilized in performing duties throughout the work shift.Working Environment :
Exposure to body fluids, human tissues, contagious diseases, sharps and explosive gases.Exposure to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.Exposure to high stress and constant interruptions.Exposure to cleaning agents and disinfectants.Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40
Shift : Full time
Company : WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.
Address : 1 Medical Park Drive Wheeling West Virginia
Equal Opportunity Employer
West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.