State of Connecticut Executive Branch

In a state health care facility this class is accountable for performing activities related to patient safety and the transportation of patients, specimens, equipment, medical records and supplies.

Works under the close supervision of an employee of a higher grade.

Transports patients in a safe manner to and from medical appointments or clinical, ancillary and support areas by wheelchair, stretcher, bed, chair or other modes as requested to include transport of patients with rolling IV poles, oxygen tanks, intravenous pumps, drips or special equipment; observes and reports changes in patient's mental, physical or emotional condition; calls appropriate staff for patient assistance; establishes and maintains effective communication and a professional relationship with patients; maintains confidentiality regarding patient information; maintains a safe and secure environment for patients and staff; assists clinical staff in transferring patients to and from beds and stretchers; collects, delivers and handles body fluid specimens, linens and medical records following defined protocols; responds to telephone inquiries, triage calls, beepers and code blue and assists as directed; maintains an accurate log of calls completed in log book; transports expired bodies to morgue; assists people in and out of vehicles and escorts or transports them to and from units assisting in carrying luggage, opening doors, etc.; replenishes unit supplies; performs related duties required.

Knowledge of proper patient transfer techniques including body mechanics; knowledge of safety policies and procedures; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; skills in patient transport, oxygen transport and customer service; ability to follow instructions; ability to successfully complete an in-service orientation; ability to keep simple records; ability to respect patient’s privacy and dignity; ability to operate a beeper.

Any experience or training which provides the skill and ability to perform the duties listed above.

1. Incumbents in this class must maintain CPR certification.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
3. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

Incumbents in this class are required to lift patients (minimum of fifty (50) pounds), walk for sustained periods of time (at least 45 minutes per hour) and have some exposure to communicable and/or infectious diseases. Considerable effort may be required in assisting/lifting of patients.

Classified/Non-Competitive

(25)-Patient and Inmate Care

(10)-HEALTH NONPROF(NP-6)

(8)-Service Maintenance

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01/28/2022