PATIENT TRANSPORT SUPERVISOR

Description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Patient Transport Supervisor you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St.

David's Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

St. David's Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues.

The available plans and programs include :

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Patient Transport Supervisor where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued?

If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary of the Transport Supervisor

Transport supervisor is responsible for the education and training of all transporters; coordination of daily workflow as well as conducting staff meeting and in-services as appropriate.

Communication between departments as well as nurses is key for a well-run department. Supervisor is responsible for oversight of how the day to day operations run including but not limited to re-prioritizing jobs in TeleTracker, training / adding all users on the transport portion of TeleTracker in addition to trouble-shooting system issues.

Supervisor will coordinate staff in transporting patients to and from areas via wheelchair, stretcher or ambulating. Responsibilities include transporting items with patient or separately such as oxygen or IV stands.

Other duties include, but are not limited to, clerical, scheduling, ordering supplies, inventory, cleaning, Kronos and all other duties deemed necessary by the Throughput Manager.

Job may include direct supervision of students at the discretion of the area supervisor. Employee must have the same licensure or have completed the same training to satisfy the requirements of the discipline of the student.

Direct supervision means the primary caregiver is readily available to the student throughout the shift

Responsibilities of the Transport Supervisor

• Create an environment of constructive change and flexibility
• Viewed as an inspiration and resource for others to implement change
• Regarded by others as an individual who meets commitments
• Consistently provide positive influences on team to support St. Davids Mission, Vision, Values and Ethics and Compliance program
• Actively promote team culture through open, honest feedback
• Identify team development opportunities
• Consistently put team ahead of personal needs / agenda
• Bring conflict into the open and resolves issues
• Champion cost-effective behaviors in others
• Teach others how to manage up coworkers, departments, administration and physicians
• Promote shared decision making among the team
• Work to increase team productivity by introducing new concepts
• Is regarded as an influential team member by encouraging creativity and innovation
• Consistently generate ideas and processes in response to problems
• Anticipate needs and take appropriate actions to meet needs in advance
• Ensure proper handling of patients with comfort and safety.
• Ensure availability of adequate transport equipment at beginning and end of each shift.
• Provide direct assistance to the bedside staff when needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Ensure equipment (stretcher) is properly functioning and demonstrate protocol to handle malfunctions.
• Follow hospital and department policy for Standard Precautions or category of isolation appropriate to patient.
• Report to work consistently and on-time, adhering to all SDMC attendance policies (see summary document).
• Conduct staff meetings on a monthly basis with transport team members
• Function with minimal supervision, consider alternatives and identify possible solutions prior to seeking assistance, except when safety issues are involved.
• Accept change, direction and constructive feedback in an open and positive manner, and demonstrate the ability to change / improve.
• Adjust to variations in volume in an efficient manner.
• Maintain supportive and cooperative demeanor.

Qualifications of the Transport Supervisor

Experience

1-3 years of transport or direct patient care experience is preferred

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Licenses and Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) per St. Davids Healthcare policy

St. David's Medical Center stands as a leading 435-bed facility, offering specialized care in neurology, neurosurgery, cardiac services, bariatric surgery, orthopedics, maternity and newborn services, and rehabilitation.

It proudly holds the distinction of being both a Primary Stroke Center and a Certified Chest Pain Center. St. David's Medical Center operates with St.

David's Georgetown Hospital.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times.

In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do.- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Patient Transport Supervisor opening.

We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.