Job Description
Patient Escort Per Diem 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
Apply By 09/21/2024 at 11:59pm. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications - American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- 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
Key Responsibilities - 85% - Patient Transfers
- 5% - Dispatch
- 5% - Training
- 5% - Equipment Delivery and Maintenance
Department Overview The 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: $25.86
- Salary Frequency: hourly
- Salary Grade: 135
- UC Job Title: PAT ESCORT PD
- Number of Positions: 5
- Appointment Type: Staff: Per Diem
- Percentage of Time: 20%
- Shift Hours: AM/PM
- Location: Main Hospital (HSP001)
- Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
- Benefits Eligible: No
- Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site
Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis 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 either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .
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- 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
- Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
- WorkLife and Wellness programs 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
- Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Sitting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Reaching overhead - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Environmental Demands
- Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Loud noise levels - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Mental Demands
- Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Work Environment Main Hospital and surrounding grounds. Special Requirements
- This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)
- This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
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