Patient Transport Supervisor

Overview :

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Description :

We're looking for a Patient Transport Supervisor who will work regularly with patients, providers, nursing teams on hospital units, imaging services technologists and nurses and is a critical component to ensuring a great patient experience. This individual will :

This position directly supervisors Patient Transporters and Lead Patient Transporters within their assigned sector(s)

This position acts as the liaison between patient transport operations and the clinical teams they support.

Responsible for the hiring, training and onboarding of patient transporters within their assigned sector(s)

Ensure sufficient staffing for transporters, responsible for creating schedules, finding coverage for PTO and call outs.

Works with Manager to create staffing model to optimize transporter availability to meet the needs of the department(s).

Partners with Manager and Director to develop departmental and staff goals, policies and procedures.

Responsible for reporting out daily, weekly, monthly and ad hoc request for data including but not limited to volume, turnaround time, sector volume, mode of transport, reason for delay, etc.

This position is a working supervisor and will be required to work in transport in times of high volume and / or staffing shortages.

Minimum Qualifications

3 years of related job experience, or bachelors degree with 1 year of related experience.

Proficient with word processing, epic, excel and presentation applications.

Additional Details :

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and / or veteran's status.

EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals.

EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

ACCOMODATIONS : EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday;
• frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking;

Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

• ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS : Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to : Blood-borne pathogen exposure;
• Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals / gases / fumes / vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot / Cold Temperatures;
• Indoor / Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care / handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required;

Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.