transporter
Meritus medical center
11116 Medical Campus Rd, Hagerstown, MD 21740
$17.00 per hour | Hours Vary
Position Overview:
Provides transport services between various nursing departments in the medical center in a safe, efficient customer service oriented manner. Assures that transports are done in accordance with both the department and hospital policies and procedures, with the priority of providing support for a safe environment. Transport duties include but are not limited to patients, equipment, and supplies. Provides assistance with patient transfers, as part of the patient care team. Under the supervision of a Licensed Nurse, performs nursing care activities, while maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment for the patient requiring clinical observation.
Responsibilities:
1. Provides a variety of duties relating to the transport and care of patients, ensuring patient comfort and safety while enhancing delivery of care.
2. Provides support to the healthcare team through timeliness, accuracy and prompt response to requests for transport of patients to and from the various nursing units. Assists healthcare team to safely transfer patient to Holding Room and prepare patient for OR in a timely manner.
3. Comforts patients and their families by offering support and encouragement; being punctual and attentive to procedure schedules; demonstrating caring and cultural sensitivity.
4. Transports laboratory specimens by picking-up specimens and delivering them to specified laboratories.
5. Transports deceased patients by following protocols and delivering them to the mortuary.
Qualifying Related Instruction:
One course in the following pathways. Please see Program of Study for specific courses.
Academy of Health Professions, Hospitality and Tourism
How to Apply:
Ready to kickstart your journey into the professional world? Follow these steps to apply for the WCPS Apprenticeship Program:
1. Team Up with Your Career Coach: Get tailored support from your High School’s Career Coach to craft a job-specific resume and cover letter that shine.
2. Download the Application: Grab the WCPS Apprenticeship Application and fill it out with all your current details.
3. Prepare Your Documents: Make sure to include your resume and cover letter, using our handy templates for guidance. Student Resources are located here.
4. Request Your Recommendations: Ask your related instruction teacher and School Counselor to fill out and return the recommendation form to be included in your completed application packet.
5. Submit Your Application: Hand in your completed application, cover letter, and resume to your Career Coach. Your Career Coach will submit your completed application to Siona Escoto, Apprenticeship Coordinator at EscotSio@wcps.k12.md.us with the team email, Apprenticeship@wcps.k12.md.us cc’d.
6. Stay Tuned for the Interview: Sit tight! If you're selected for an interview, the employer will reach out to you directly.
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Contact the CTE Apprenticeship Team:
Siona Escoto | Apprenticeship Coordinator
EscotSio@wcps.k12.md.us | 301-766-2951
CTE Apprenticeship Team | Apprenticeship@wcps.k12.md.us