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Lead Escort / 40 Hours / Day / BWH Central Transport
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![]() United States, Massachusetts, Boston | |
![]() 15 Francis Street (Show on map) | |
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Summary:
Responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient movement of patients within the facility. This role involves assisting in the safe coordination and prioritization of patients between various departments and leading a team of patient transport staff. Does this position require Patient Care?Yes Essential Functions: -Provide leadership and supervision to a team of patient transport staff. -Assist in daily operations and scheduling to ensure adequate coverage. -Coordinate and prioritize the movement of patients between various departments, such as from the emergency department to imaging or from inpatient units to surgical suites. -Ensure the timely and safe transport of patients using appropriate equipment, such as stretchers or wheelchairs. -Train and orient new patient transport staff on hospital protocols, safety procedures, and customer service expectations. -Collaborate with nursing and other healthcare staff to coordinate patient transport needs. -Ensure that patient transport staff adhere to safety protocols and infection control measures. -Oversee the maintenance and cleanliness of patient transport equipment. -Ensure accurate documentation of patient transport activities, including tracking the timing of transports and any special requirements for individual patients. Education Physical Requirements The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. |