Patient Escort

Ochsner Health Lafayette, LA
Full Time Entry Level

Posted 2 weeks ago

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About This Role

This role is responsible for safely transporting patients between departments and upon admission or discharge, ensuring efficient patient flow within hospital and clinic settings. It involves handling patient records and maintaining equipment under close supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Transport newly admitted patients to assigned rooms in a timely manner
  • Deliver clinic records, admit forms, and charge cards to nursing units and ancillary departments
  • Locate and maintain equipment used in the department
  • Transport patients to and from Hospital/Clinic ancillary departments via wheelchairs, stretchers or beds as requested in a safe and caring manner
  • Transport discharged patients and belongings from nursing units and ancillary departments
  • Take responsibility for personal development and required training
  • Adapt behavior to specific patient populations, including respect for privacy and appropriate communication style

Requirements

  • Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information
  • Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to present information clearly and professionally
  • Basic reading, writing, and math skills

Nice to Have

  • High School diploma or equivalent

Skills

Windows *

* Required skills

Certifications

Basic Life Support (Required)

About Ochsner Health

Ochsner Health is a healthcare organization committed to serving, healing, leading, educating, and innovating. They value dedicated employees who contribute to patient care and progress.

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